Master's
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship
/ PhD EUR 10,000 stipend + full fee waiver
University College Cork
Cork, Ireland
"Cork's university, up 26 places to #220 in QS 2027"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#246 (QS)
PSW VISA
12-24 months (Stamp 1G)
About University College Cork
University College Cork (UCC) was founded in 1845 as Queen's College Cork and has more than 20,000 students. It climbed 26 places to #220 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, with research citations per faculty up sharply. UCC is known for food science, pharmacy, sustainability, law, business and medicine, and is one of the world's leading universities for sustainability. Cork is cheaper to live in than Dublin.
Rankings & Recognition
#246
Ranked #246 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#220 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Irish Universities Association
Green Campus (sustainability)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University College Cork's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1845
Founded
#220 (up 26)
QS 2027
20,000+
Students
Cork
City
approx. EUR 50
Application Fee
Popular Programs
Food Science
Pharmacy
Law
Business
Medicine
Data Science
Application Details
Application Route
UCC online application
Application Fee
approx. EUR 50
IELTS
approx. 6.0-6.5
Intake
September
Work rights
20 hrs/week term, 40 in holidays
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic
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approx. 6.0-6.5 (course-specific) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
D Study Visa + Stamp 2 (IRP)
Post-Study Work
12-24 months (Stamp 1G)
Green Card Pathway
Critical Skills Permit, then Stamp 4
Financials
Application Fee
approx. EUR 50
Avg Scholarship
EUR 10,000 + fee waiver (GOI-IES)
Career Outcomes
96%
Placement Ratio
12-24 months (Stamp 1G)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Students — 20,000+
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
UCC's main campus is on Western Road in Cork city, beside the River Lee.
Campus Details
246
in QS 2026
1845
founded
24k+
students
100+
countries in student body
Free
GP visits for students
River
Lee riverside campus
Campus Forecast
Mild oceanic climate
Cool summers (15-20°C)
Mild winters (4-9°C)
Rare snow
Frequent rain year-round
Long daylight in summer
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus residences (limited) or private rental
Dining
Campus cafes and restaurants
Health & Wellness
Private medical insurance required; student health centre
Activities & Clubs
Clubs and societies
Sports
Careers fairs
Diversity & Demographics
Students
20,000+
Cost Deep-Dive
Postgraduate (non-EU)
approx. EUR 17,000-22,000+ / year
Undergraduate (non-EU)
approx. EUR 17,000-25,000+ / year
Proof of funds
EUR 10,000 / year
Upfront tuition (visa)
EUR 6,000 minimum
IRP registration fee
EUR 300
Intakes & Deadlines
Most programmes start in September; postgraduate applications are usually rolling until places fill.
Scholarships at University College Cork
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 with good marks (course-specific). IELTS approx. 6.0-6.5.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's with second class honours (approx. 60%+). IELTS approx. 6.5.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
approx. 6.0-6.5 (course-specific)Required Documents
Passport
Offer letter (ILEP course)
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree + transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score
Statement of purpose
Two references
Proof of EUR 10,000 funds
Tuition payment receipt
Private medical insurance
Application Process
1
Choose course
Pick an ILEP-listed course on ucc.ie.
2
Apply online
Apply directly online with transcripts, SOP, references and English scores.
3
Offer & deposit
Accept the offer and pay the deposit / at least EUR 6,000 tuition.
4
D Study Visa
Apply on AVATS with EUR 10,000 funds proof, insurance and biometrics.
5
Arrive & IRP
Register for your Stamp 2 IRP card (EUR 300) after arrival.
6
After graduation
Apply for Stamp 1G: 12 months (Level 8) or 24 months (Level 9+).
Campus & Location
UCC's main campus is on Western Road in Cork city, beside the River Lee.
Master's
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Master's
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