Program highlights for Cork, Ireland

• Live and study in Cork, the second largest city in the Republic of Ireland and a bustling seaport, known for its charming historical heritage and modern cosmopolitan energy.
• Study at one of the oldest universities in Ireland and benefit from an innovative, research-led curriculum taught by world-class academics.
• Experience “The European Capital of Culture,” boasting international arts, film, jazz festivals, a lively performing arts scene, and a growing artisanal culture of cafés, restaurants, markets, and boutiques.
• See for yourself why University College Cork is an award-winning campus, consistently ranked among the top ten most sustainable across the globe, and the world’s very first Green Campus.
• Enjoy UCC’s state-of-the-art sports complex with swimming pools, saunas, steam rooms, gyms, rugby, soccer and hockey pitches, tennis courts, running tracks, and cafés.

Why study in Cork?

Study at a top university and live in one of Ireland's largest cities, known for both its rich cultural heritage and modern amenities. University College Cork has an international reputation for its research work and is consistently ranked within the top 300 universities in the world, while the city of Cork offers bustling experiences in history, music, entertainment, sports, and much more.

Taste a variety of cuisines at the bustling English Market, experience traditional Irish fare at a local pub, wander among art exhibits and galleries, listen to live music of all genres, or dive into history at Blarney Castle, Cork City Gaol, or countless other historic monuments in the area. For those looking to explore beyond Cork City, there are plenty of quaint seaside towns nearby, and the dramatic cliffs of the Wild Atlantic Way are within easy reach.

Choose from a summer, semester, or yearlong program. The 5-week summer session offers academic coursework in folklore, conflict management, history, music, and the Gaelic language, all taught by established Irish scholars, and many include excursions or field trips. Those with Irish roots can also enroll in a 1-credit course to trace their family’s genealogy. The semester and yearlong programs offer courses in more than 80 different subject areas. Choose from popular courses like archaeology, biological sciences, chemistry, music, physics, and law, or learn something new with courses like Celtic Civilization or Irish Studies.