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University College Cork (UCC)

University College Cork is a leading public research university in Ireland, combining a historic riverside campus with globally connected teaching, research, sustainability, and professional opportunity.

Updated 28 July 2026

#220 QS World University Rankings 2027200+ ProgrammesFounded in 1845

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University College Cork · Ireland

Overview

About University College Cork

University College Cork (UCC) is one of Ireland’s leading public research universities, set on a distinctive riverside campus close to Cork city centre. Established in 1845, the university combines a respected academic heritage with a forward-looking approach to teaching, discovery, sustainability, innovation, and enterprise.

Across four academic colleges, UCC offers an extensive portfolio of postgraduate study in arts and social sciences, business and law, science, engineering and food science, and medicine and health. Students benefit from research-led teaching, specialist laboratories and institutes, strong links with employers and professional bodies, and dedicated career support. Cork provides a compact, welcoming study environment with access to a growing technology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, food, finance, and professional-services economy.

For University College Cork (UCC), UnivEase provides Global Admission Counselling with structured support from programme selection to final offer acceptance. Our service includes Bangladesh-specific profile and eligibility review, document preparation guidance, application coordination, and post-offer planning. Admission and scholarship decisions are made solely by the university.

At a glance

Key Highlights

#220 in QS World University Rankings 2027

QS Ranking

200+ courses across taught Master’s degrees, research programmes, higher diplomas, certificates, and professional study

Postgraduate Study

Ranked in the 351–400 band in THE World University Rankings 2026

Global Standing

24,000+ students, including around 4,000 international students from 138 countries

International Community

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0

English Requirement

Research-led, professionally relevant study; 93% of graduates progress to employment or further study within nine months

Career Focus

Campus residences and an international placement service are available, but accommodation is not guaranteed

Accommodation

Automatic college merit awards and competitive international scholarships are available for eligible non-EU students

Scholarships

Recognition

Rankings & Recognition

QS World University Rankings 2027 #220

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 351–400 band

ARWU Shanghai Ranking 2025 301–400 band

QS Europe University Rankings 2026 #95 in Europe and #3 in Ireland

UI GreenMetric World University Ranking 2025 #2 globally and #1 in Ireland

QS Subject Rankings 2026 27 subjects ranked, with 11 in the global top 200 and Nursing at #25

Catalogue

Programmes at University College Cork

MRes Biochemistry & Biosciences

Master'sBiochemistry & BiosciencesFull Time - On Campus September

€15,070/yr

৳21,60,134

1 year

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Eligibility

Admission Requirements

IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0

TOEFL iBT: 90 overall, with Listening 20, Reading 19, Speaking 21, and Writing 20; Home Edition is not accepted

PTE Academic: 63 overall, with no section below 59

Duolingo English Test: 120 overall, with at least 110 in each subscore

Graduate Entry for Bangladeshi Applicants: UCC normally requires a Bachelor’s degree plus a two-year Master’s qualification. A four-year Bachelor’s degree from the University of Dhaka or BUET may also be considered; programme-specific 2H2 or 2H1 standards apply.

Undergraduate Entry for Bangladeshi Applicants: UCC does not publish a Bangladesh-specific grade table for direct entry. HSC or Intermediate qualifications are assessed case by case against Irish Leaving Certificate equivalence, and an approved Foundation Year may be required.

Research / PhD Programmes: PhD applicants normally need a relevant 2H1 honours degree, while Master by Research applicants normally need a 2H2. A prospective UCC supervisor must be secured before applying.

Work Experience: Programme-dependent; required or preferred for selected professional, management, healthcare, and executive programmes.

GMAT / GRE: Not a general UCC requirement; submit only where the individual programme specifically requests it.

Personal Statement & References: Commonly required for postgraduate applications, together with a CV, passport copy, semester-wise transcripts, graduation certificates, English evidence, and programme-specific documents.

Application Portal & Fees: International applicants apply through UCC Apply. A non-refundable €50 fee applies to most programmes, while Professional Master of Education applications cost €100. Published 2026/27 full-time non-EU taught tuition is programme-dependent and starts from approximately €15,700, plus applicable capitation or bench fees.

Calendar

Application Deadlines

Postgraduate Taught – September: Most applications are assessed on a rolling basis until places are filled. Many 2026 non-EU course pages use 15 June as the latest closing date, but the individual programme page always applies.

Postgraduate Taught – Other Intakes: Selected programmes may begin in January or at another point in the year. Availability and closing dates are programme-specific, so early application is advised.

Undergraduate / Foundation Entry: Non-EU undergraduate applications for 2026/27 opened on 1 December 2025 and generally closed on 31 May 2026. Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Applied Psychology, and Foundation providers follow separate timelines.

Research / PhD: Applications are accepted throughout the year for January, April, July, and September/October starts. Applicants should normally apply at least three months before the intended commencement date.

UnivEase Guidance Available

For University College Cork (UCC), UnivEase provides structured admission guidance from programme selection to final offer acceptance, including Bangladesh-specific eligibility review, document guidance, application preparation, and submission coordination.

Funding

Scholarships at University College Cork

UCC College Merit Scholarships

Eligibility: Selected non-EU taught Master’s applicants; Bangladeshi students included

Amount: Automatic 20% tuition reduction for a First Class Honours equivalent, subject to college and programme rules

UCC International Undergraduate Scholarships

Eligibility: Eligible non-EU undergraduate offer-holders in selected colleges

Amount: €2,000 annual tuition reduction, normally automatic and renewable subject to satisfactory progression

Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship

Eligibility: Non-EU / non-EEA applicants to selected full-time UCC Master’s programmes

Amount: Full tuition waiver plus a €10,000 stipend for one year

UCC offers college merit awards, programme-specific funding, and external scholarships. Eligibility varies by course and academic profile, and awards remain limited and competitive.

Scholarship information for University College Cork is being curated. Book a free consultation to ask about funding options.

Student life

Campus & Student Life

Accommodation Support

Campus residences and international placement support; availability is not guaranteed

Campus Facilities

Library, cafés, health services, laboratories, study areas, and sports facilities

100+ Clubs & Societies

Sporting, academic, cultural, creative, and international activities

Cork Campus

Historic riverside campus close to the city centre, with specialist teaching and research sites

Health Cover

Private medical insurance is mandatory for non-EU students

Prayer Spaces

Multi-Faith Prayer and Meditation Room available through UCC Chaplaincy

Global Community

Around 4,000 international students from 138 countries within a 24,000+ community

UCC combines an historic campus with modern facilities, active student communities, and dedicated international support. Its city-centre location offers convenient access to transport and services. Accommodation demand is high, so students should begin housing arrangements promptly and retain a realistic off-campus option.

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