University College Cork (UCC) is a research-led university founded in 1845, based in Cork, Ireland. It ranks among Ireland's top three universities and is part of the prestigious Russell Group equivalent, Ireland's Universities Association. UCC is particularly strong in medicine, pharmacy, law, and sustainable energy — sectors with strong graduate employment in Ireland and the EU.
Cork, Ireland
Top 300 (2024)
Top 3 in Ireland
#1 in Ireland, UI GreenMetric 2023
AACSB (Business), EQUIS candidate
93% graduate employment within 12 months
MSc Business Analytics
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
LLB Law
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
MSc Sustainable Energy
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
Bachelor of Medicine (MB BCh BAO)
Bachelors DegreeDuration
60 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 7.0, TOEFL: 100
MSc Food Science and Technology
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
BSc Computer Science
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 85
Top-ranked medical school in Ireland — graduates are eligible to practise across the EU and UK.
Ireland's most sustainable university — ranked #1 nationally by UI GreenMetric 2023.
Strong industry links in Cork's pharma cluster — home to Pfizer, AbbVie, and Johnson & Johnson.
Over 26,000 students including 4,000+ international students from more than 100 countries.
Medicine and pharmacy graduates find roles in Ireland's €90 billion pharmaceutical sector, including Pfizer and Eli Lilly.
Business and law graduates join firms like KPMG, Deloitte, and A&L Goodbody across Ireland and the EU.
Computer science graduates are recruited by Apple, EMC, and IBM — all with major Cork operations.
93% of UCC graduates are in employment or further study within 12 months of graduating.
Undergrad
1st Jul 2025
Postgrad
Rolling (closes Jul 2025)
UCC's campus sits on 42 acres in the Western Road area, with Georgian stone buildings and modern research facilities side by side. The campus is walkable and compact — most students live within 20 minutes.
Cork is Ireland's second-largest city, with lower living costs than Dublin. The English Market, live music scene, and close proximity to West Cork coastline make it a practical and enjoyable base.
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Unconditional offer letter from UCC
Proof of funds (€10,000 per year)
Private medical insurance arranged
Return or onward travel confirmed
Irish Study Visa (C or D) applied via AVATS
