University College Cork: Rankings, Fees, Programs, Placements

University College Cork is internationally known for the following:

• University College Cork is ranked in the top 1.1% universities in the world. The Times Higher Education Ranking has given a rank of #58 out of 1,591 universities in the world. 
• Currently, University College Cork has more than 24,000 students which includes 4,000 international students from more than 138 countries in the world. 
• More than 90% of the university graduates have been employed or further studies. 
• University College Cork is the world's first green campus and has been ranked as one of the world's top universities for the study of 25 subjects. 

Considering that the University of College Cork has an acceptance rate of 52%. That means that the university is considered to be moderately selective. However, it is also important to note that meeting minimum requirement criteria doesn’t guarantee admission during selection. However, applicants should give their strong application highlighting their academic achievements, experience and extracurricular activities to increase their chances of acceptance.

(Due to the unavailability of the current acceptance rate, the above data has been taken from unofficial sources. Hence, it is subject to vary.)

The first year tuition fees for international students at University of College Cork are given as follows:

Yes, the University College Cork does give scholarship opportunities for international students. The University awarded 1,000 scholarships, however the university provides scholarships clearly on a merit basis. Here are some scholarships from the government of Ireland as well as from the university: 

Also read: Scholarships to study in Ireland for International Students

Below is the application process for University College Cork admission:

Undergraduate application process:

Step 1: As a new user, create an account.

Step 2: Fill in the necessary details to set up your account.

Step 3: Now, click on ‘Create Application’.

Step 4: Create your application by providing the necessary details about your programme by following the instructions on-screen. Also, you will have to submit certain course-specific documents. As mentioned below:

The University has divided the minimum requirements entry in 3 formants below are the following:

• Band of Competitiveness 1 programs:  Minimum average of  90+ in any recognised secondary school qualifications.

• Band of Competitiveness 2 programs:  Minimum average of  80-89% in any recognised secondary school qualifications.

• Band of Competitiveness 3 programs:  Minimum average of  75-79% in any recognised secondary school qualifications.

• Maths is compulsory for specific programs with a minimum core of 85%, whereas a Lab Science is required with a minimum score of 85% in the appropriate Lab Science subject. 

• Applicants must meet the below English requirements:

Graduate application process:

Step 1: Create an account.

Step 2: Enter the required details, including your personal details such as name, region, country etc. 

Step 3: Click on ‘Create a new application’.

Step 4: Fill in all the necessary details carefully and upload supporting documents by following the instructions on-screen. Check out the below-required documents for PG courses at the University of Cork College: 

• Official Academic Transcripts

• Graduation Certificate

• Photocopy of Passport

• Official Documentation for other qualifications

• CV

• LOR’S

• English requirements