Ireland: University of College Cork

Introduction

Consistently thought of as one of Ireland's most prestigious universities, at University College Cork (UCC), you have a chance to take courses from world-class lecturers at one of the safest and most beautiful universities in the world. Among its many accolades, UCC has been named the top university in Ireland on several occasions in the last two decades. UCC rests in one of Ireland’s most arts center communities.

UCC

Location

The city of Cork has approximately 125,000 inhabitants and is the second largest city in Ireland. Cork is located on the busiest seaport on the south coast with mountains, hills, and river valleys to the north and east. The city itself has much to offer, including a marina, art galleries, history museums, opera house, shopping malls, movie theatres, historic castles, and much more. The weather in Cork is typically mild with wet winters and cool summers. Dublin is approximately four hours from Cork by bus or less than an hour by plane. Cork's new airport is located 6km from the university and has daily flights to Dublin, London, and other Euro destinations.

Academics

Classroom UCC offers an early start program for incoming students that begins about 3 weeks earlier than the semester. Students are not required to attend the program but it is recommended. This is only an option for the fall semester. Students will pre-register for classes prior to studying in Cork. There are courses available in the following areas listed below. The ones listed are not the only courses offered. Refer to the catalog for a complete list. UCC Course Catalog

Business
Economics
Biology/Chemistry
Psychology
Criminology
English
History
Mathematics
Geography

At the University College Cork (UCC) students will take 4-5 classes that will earn 12-18 U.S. credits or 30-35 Cork credits. Classes are a mix of foreign and Irish students and are generally small to facilitate participation. Courses typically consist of 2 lectures a week, 12 weeks total, with 2 exams or essays, and are worth 5-10 credit classes each. Currently offer a pre-sessional 4-week course in subjects of Irish Archeology, English, History, Folklore, and Marketing.

Credit Equivalent/Grade Conversion:

Credits Grades

20 UCC credits = 10 sem hrs 70+   = A
15 UCC credits = 7.5 sem hrs 65 – 69      = A-
10 UCC credits = 5 sem hrs 60 – 64      = B+
5 UCC credits = 3 sem hrs 55 – 59   = B
2.5 UCC credits = 1.5 sem hrs 50 – 54   = B-
45 – 49   = C+
40 – 44   = C
35 – 39   = C-
“Early Start” = 5 sem hrs           Less than 35 = no transfer credit

Participant Info

Important information to review:

Review the roles of the Advisee and the Advisor under the main menu Get Started

Entry and Exit Requirements:

Review and follow the travel recommendations of the CDC for the United Kingdom
Monitor appropriate websites for updates and information about COVID or other emergencies before departing and while in the destination country. The U.S. Embassy for the United Kingdom provides updates that can be found on their website

Housing & Meals

Housing:

On Campus Apartment/ Dormitory
Off Campus Apartments

UCC campus accommodation includes a variety of housing styles, including apartment/dormitory style living or off-campus accommodation. Three to six students live with each other in each apartment; single rooms with sink and mirror in each room. Postal service exists in the DOR office along the housing grounds 8AM-8PM, bus stop is right in front of entrance, smoke alarms included, laundry is available, trash is taken once a week, and there is a fob/key opening for apartment security. Students are responsible for securing their own accommodation and paying the deposit.

Meals:

Apartments are equipped with pots, pans; bedding and cleaning supplies available for purchase upon arrival. Students may sign up for a weekly grocery delivery, complete with a recipe with ingredients for 10 EUR/week. This is for students that are not used to living away from home and cooking for themselves; the recipes give them balanced cooking ideas. Most international students stay in Castlewhite Apartments, Victoria Lodge or University Hall.

Summer School

International Summer School in Irish Studies

The 42nd International Summer School in Irish Studies will run from July 3rd - July 28th, 2023.

For the month of July, students explore key turning-points in Ireland’s history that shaped its destiny and identity and examine how modern Irish writers of international significance sought to define a sense of cultural identity. These themes are approached in interactive lectures, seminars, and in a series of field trips, delivered by leading experts.

The Summer School aims to provide a unique learning experience by combining a rigorous introduction to major academic themes in the development of Irish identity with an opportunity to encounter Ireland’s rich cultural landscape through expert tuition, optional courses in Irish language and a lively social program.

Please note that more information about the upcoming Summer School, such as its cost, structure and content, will be available in late January 2023.

This Summer Program Costs:

$5,831*

* estimated total cost of participation, actual amount depends on type of housing accommodation selected, actual airfare purchase price, personal spending habits, and other factors

summer_2022_ucc_program_cost_estimate.pdf

Cost of studying on-campus*

*per semester, estimated, will vary per person

Tuition & Fees:	$4,527
Room & Board:	$4,580
Books:	$400
Personal Expenses:	$878
Transportation:	$320
Total:	$10,705

Source: https://admissions.uni.edu/costs

PROGRAM COST COMPONENTS

Airfare

Your airfare may vary by airline choice, number of stopovers, choice of departure city, and actual travel dates.

Housing

Most programs include housing in the U-Bill section. When housing is not included, it will be displayed separately. Housing costs may include deposits, room upgrade charges, and special services fees.

U-Bill Charges

Includes core program costs such as tuition, mandatory fees, int'l health coverage, and many in-country costs for faculty led programs. Housing costs are often included here as well.

Day-to-Day Expenses

Typical costs include personal items, such as toiletries, as well as meals and public transportation when those costs are not included in the core program costs.

Program Costs