University College Cork is ranked in the top 1.1% of universities in the world. It is Ireland’s leading institution for the delivery of research impact and the top Irish institution for highly cited researchers. We are the leading global university for sustainability and the Irish university with the highest level of industry collaboration.
The Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI) supports UCC’s vibrant community of diverse and independent thought leaders in the delivery of broad ranging transformative impacts across key areas of social, economic, cultural and environmental importance. Through the lens of the UN Sustainability Development Goals, UCC researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs are driving real world impacts that directly address current and emerging societal needs, including some of the most pressing global grand challenges of our time.
| Acronym | UCC |
| Nickname | UCC |
| Founded | 1845 |
| Departments | 60 |
| Location | Cork, Munster, Ireland |
| Address | College Road, Cork T12 K8AF |
University College Cork (UCC) is consistently ranked among the world's leading universities, renowned for its excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Its internationally recognised qualifications enhance graduates' career prospects worldwide.
UCC is a research-intensive university where students learn from leading academics engaged in cutting-edge research. The university fosters innovation across disciplines, providing students with opportunities to participate in impactful research projects.
UCC is internationally recognized as a leader in sustainability and was the first university in the world to receive the Green Flag for environmental sustainability. Sustainability is integrated into teaching, research, and campus operations.
The application fee is €50
Applications will be considered from applicants whose qualifications are equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate. Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. For the minimum subject requirements for each undergraduate programme, please refer to the Undergraduate Prospectus at the following link: What can I study?
For Non-EU admission to undergraduate studies, programmes in UCC are categorised into 3 bands of competitiveness. To check what Band each programme is in, click Bands of Competiveness
Undergraduate English Language Requirements
Teaching in Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) is normally through the medium of English; therefore all applicants are required to demonstrate a high level of competence in the English Language.
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of equivalent competence in English Language, through their school leaving examination or matriculation examination or by achieving the minimum standard (there may be higher levels for matriculation and/or particular programmes in individual institutions) in a recognised English language test, as specified below.
Certain tests (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL and Pearson PTE) have a two year time limit in their validity and these will be applied. English language tests must be undertaken no more than two years prior to commencement of a programme.
Please note that the Secure English Language Test (SELT) scores must be achieved from one sitting of the relevant qualification (e.g. IELTS and TOEFL). We will not accept a combination of individual component scores from multiple tests.
All documents in a language other than English must be officially translated (you cannot translate these yourself).
At UCC, we offer a variety of full-time, part-time and online postgraduate course offerings. Browse our postgraduate prospectus to find a course that interests you.
The postgraduate prospectus pages contain information specific to each course on:
Postgraduate English Language Entry Requirements
Applicants who are either nationals of a country which is deemed by UCC to be majority-English-speaking, or who hold a degree or an equivalent qualification which was taught in a country deemed to be majority-English-speaking will normally be assumed to have met the UCC language requirements.
In some circumstances, applicants may be required to submit evidence of an English language qualification to satisfy University programme entry requirements.
EU or Non-EU
For admission purposes all applicants are categorised into two categories: EU or Non-EU.
Fee status should be established prior to making an application to UCC. Find out if you are EU or Non-EU.
Non-EU Application Procedure for Undergraduate Programmes (except Medicine and Dentistry)
An application for up to 2 programmes should be made directly to the International Office using our online application system. Applicants must provide required supporting documents as outlined in the Supporting Documents Checklist below.
Transfer Applications: Applicants who wish to transfer into a year other than first year of a degree programme* should apply through the 'Undergraduate Degree' route on the online application system and indicate that they wish to apply for a transfer, as well as the preferred transfer year, within the application form in the section entitled Transfer Application. Transfer applications should include an up-to-date university/higher institute transcript and official descriptions of all modules listed on the transcript. * Note: Transfers into Medicine, Dentistry or Applied Psychology are not permitted.
Applications for the academic year 2026/2027 open on 1st December 2025:
When applications are open, click the ‘Apply Now’ button below to go to UCC's online application system UCCApply. You can make up to 2 programme applications. The application fee is €50 and the closing date is 31st May 2026 (except for Medicine, Dentistry, Applied Psychology and Pharmacy). Some competitive programmes may close earlier when places have been filled. See Closing Dates.
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Set on 42 acres of wooded ground, only a 10 minute walk from Cork City Centre, our college was established in 1845 after a long campaign for a higher education institution in Munster. Queen's College Cork, now university college Cork was established on 30 December, 1845. It opened its doors in 1849 and only 115 students applied.
