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Ireland (Republic): Cork - University College (Semester)

Cork, Ireland (Republic of) (Exchange Program)

Program Terms:

Year (Sept-May),
Fall,
Spring

PROGRAM COST

Fall,
Spring

Dates / Deadlines:

Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2013	10/03/2012 **	Rolling Admission	01/07/2013	05/31/2013
NOTE: Students have almost a month off in April. Please refer to the UCC website to confirm all dates before making any travel arrangements.
Fall	2013	03/13/2013 **	Rolling Admission	08/19/2013	12/13/2013
NOTE: Please wait for instructions from UCC before making any travel arrangements.
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Students will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed

Fact Sheet:




Language Requirement:	None	GPA:	3.0
Internships:	Yes	Disciplines offered:	Arts and Sciences - sciences, Core, Business, Arts and Sciences - non science
Accomodations:	Residence halls	Program Advisor:	Jennifer Miles - miles@sandiego.edu

Program Description:

IRELAND: Cork

University College Cork

Fall/Spring Semester Program

PROGRAM LOCATION

Cork, the largest county in

Ireland

and

Ireland

's second largest city, was once the capital of the ancient province of Munster. The meaning of the name of this city - Cork; Corcaigh - "Marsh" can be considered apt for the fact that, as late as the beginning of the 18th century, Cork was intersected by muddy streams. On a small island in this marsh, St. Finbarr founded his monastery in the 7th century. The main streets ( St. Patrick Street, Grand Parade and the South Mall) together with many other smaller streets, are actually constructed over broad and deep canals in which ships were loaded and unloaded in the 18th century. Like Venice, Cork is on the water with the City Centre on an island in the River Lee just upstream from the harbor, the second biggest harbour in the world (after Sydney). The two channels of the River Lee which embrace the City Centre are spanned by twenty public bridges, giving Cork a distinctive Continental air. However, it is often said of Cork that it has all the amenities of a large city while still retaining its pleasant atmosphere and extreme friendliness.

Founded in 1845, University College Cork is one of the oldest universities in Ireland. Occupying its historic site near the City Centre of Cork, the wooded ground of its campus form a splendid setting for its 19th century Gothic main building.

ACADEMIC INSTITUTION

Built around a beautiful stone-faced quadrangle, UCC has always maintained a tradition of academic excellence across a wide range of disciplines. It has established a reputation as one of the top institutions in Ireland for innovative research in the humanities, sciences, engineering, medicine and business. Students come to UCC from over 60 countries to pursue their studies in a stimulating academic environment and to be part of a vibrant community sharing a rich social life. The Irish educational system focuses more on independent research and generally has fewer opportunities for evaluation.

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COURSE INFORMATION

Students are enrolled in courses with Irish students and can take courses in a variety of fields such as: archeology, art history, biology, business, history, Irish (Celtic language), literature, mathematics, music, philosophy, political science, psychology and sociology.

Fall semester students must take 12 USD equivalent units in addition to participation in the Early Start Program, an introduction to Irish studies through a carefully guided approach to Ireland's history, culture, civilization and environment. Early Start Program courses range from: Irish Archaeology, Irish Folklore and Ethnology, History and Modern Ireland, Literatures in Ireland, Musics in Ireland, Irish Ecosystems and Management and Marketing in the European Union.

Spring semester students interested in Irish political affairs may choose to participate in the certificate program, "Political Issues in Ireland Today". The program consists of a combination of core and elective courses for a total of 18 units (30 UCC credit modules) in Irish government and political science and includes field trips to Belfast and Dublin.

See Pre-Approved UCC Course Listings

See UCC Current Course Offerings

How to Obtain USD Course Approval

COST

For a detailed description of program costs please see the Program Cost in the box at the top of this webpage. Click on the link, which corresponds to the term you plan to study abroad.

HOUSING

Students are housed in University housing with Irish students or private residences throughout the city. Utilities are not included in housing costs and will be billed to students on a monthly basis.

UCC Campus Accommodation aims to provide "a home away from home" for our international students. Campus Accommodation is more than just a place to eat and sleep - it provides a background for social, cultural and sporting outlets and the chance to develop friendships that will last a lifetime.

UCC Campus Accommodation provides residential accommodation from mid-August to the beginning of June. The accommodation comprises three purpose built accommodation blocks: Castlewhite Apartments, Victoria Lodge and University Hall.

Campus Accommodation is provided in self-catering student apartments. Most rooms are en-suite and all have 24 hour internet access. They are mostly single bedrooms, sharing living and kitchen facilities with 2-4 others. A small number of twin rooms are available.

Campus Accommodation is fully furnished. Pillows and duvets are available for purchase, at cost price, from reception.

More UCC Housing Information

EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES

For informational about UCC's student organizations and sports teams, CLICK HERE

CALENDAR

2012-2013 Academic Calendar

MEDIA GALLERY

Click video below to hear USD students talk about their time in Ireland:

Check out UCC's e-Brochure

Visit the Webpage of the Irish Embassy in Washington DC for travel info

Contact University College Cork, Ireland
International Education Office
*011 353 21 490 4734

(*international call)

USD Abroad

ACADEMIC INSTITUTION