What are the minimum academic requirements to study at University College Cork?

Undergraduate programs typically require 65%-70%, while postgraduate degrees generally seek 60-65% in a relevant qualification. Course-specific requirements may vary.

What English language scores are accepted by University College Cork?

University College Cork accepts IELTS (typically 6.5/6.0), alongside PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, and in many courses, Duolingo English Test scores.

What are the tuition fees and initial deposit for University College Cork?

Indicative tuition fees range from €11000-22000. An initial acceptance deposit of €1000 is usually required to confirm an offer.

Can international graduates work in Ireland after completing a degree at University College Cork?

Yes. Under Ireland's Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G), eligible Level 8 Honours Bachelor graduates may stay for up to 12 months, and Level 9 Master's graduates may stay for up to 24 months to work full-time.

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Cork City

Major Irish university in Cork with broad undergraduate and postgraduate provision and a strong research profile.

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Entry requirements

Academic

Undergraduate academic entry: 65%-70%
Postgraduate academic entry: 60-65%
Backlogs: 10

English language tests

IELTS: 6.5/6.0
PTE: 63/59
TOEFL: PG - 90 Overall (Listening 20,Reading 19,Speaking 21,Writing 20)
Duolingo: 120 no band less than 110

Fees & scholarships

Application fee: €50
Indicative fee range: €11,000–22,000
Scholarship / bursary range: Ask us
Initial deposit: €1,000

Who it suits

Students who want a full university experience in Cork with options across business, science, engineering, health, arts and more.

Study areas

Business/law
Science/engineering
Medicine/health
Arts
Food/agriculture
Computing/data

Why study at UCC

Cork city experience
Wide subject range
Scholarship possibilities
Strong research and international community

Please note: course-specific entry requirements, tuition fees and deadlines vary by faculty and intake. Study Window advisers confirm the criteria with UCC admissions before your application is submitted.

Frequently asked questions about UCC

What are the minimum academic requirements for University College Cork?

Undergraduate degrees generally expect a minimum of 65%-70%, while postgraduate Master's applicants typically need 60-65% in an honours degree. Specific programmes may have higher thresholds.

What are the English language test score requirements?

University College Cork typically requires IELTS 6.5/6.0, or equivalent results in PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or Duolingo English Test (DET).

Can I work in Ireland while studying and after graduation?

Yes. Under Ireland's Stamp 2 student permission, you can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and 40 hours during holidays. After graduation, the Third Level Graduate Scheme provides 1 year (Level 8 Honours Bachelor) or 2 years (Level 9 Master's) of full-time work permission.

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