Ireland: University of College Cork

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

Meet your Advisor:

Jamie is a full time study abroad advisor who will help you throughout the application process to Ireland, including documentation, finances, scholarships, and more. From your first steps meeting until you take off for your new adventure, Jamie will help you every step of the way. 

Important information to review:

Study abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be challenged by new experiences in new environments and cultures. UNI study abroad programs are designed to prioritize educational opportunities for students. Students are encouraged to embrace the adventure of exploring how housing, meals, and daily routines differ abroad.

Entry and Exit Requirements:

Review and follow the travel recommendations of the U.S. State Department for travel to Ireland.

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.

International Summer School in Irish Studies

The 43rd International Summer School in Irish Studies will run from June 30thth - July 25th, 2025.

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 soon.

Summer 2025 Estimated Budget Sheet (PDF)