Program Overview

University College Cork Programs

The University College Cork offers a wide range of programs for students. Below are some of the programs available:

Study

• Our Courses: UCC offers various courses in different fields, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and international programs.
• Study Overview: The university provides an overview of the study programs, including information on admission requirements, course structure, and career opportunities.
• Undergraduate: UCC offers undergraduate programs in various fields, including arts, humanities, social sciences, science, engineering, and business.
• Postgraduate: The university also offers postgraduate programs, including master's and doctoral degrees, in different fields.
• International: UCC has international programs and partnerships, providing students with opportunities to study abroad and gain global experience.
• Adult Continuing Education: The university offers adult continuing education programs, providing opportunities for adults to pursue further education and career development.
• Microcredentials: UCC also offers microcredentials, which are short, specialized courses that provide students with specific skills and knowledge.

Research and Innovation

• Research and Innovation Overview: The university provides an overview of its research and innovation activities, including information on research areas, funding, and collaboration opportunities.
• About: UCC's research and innovation activities are focused on addressing global challenges and creating impact through innovative solutions.
• Our Team: The university has a team of experienced researchers and innovators who work together to advance knowledge and create innovative solutions.
• Research Office: The research office provides support and resources for researchers, including funding, collaboration opportunities, and research facilities.
• Innovation: UCC has a strong focus on innovation, with initiatives and programs aimed at promoting entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation among students and staff.
• UCC Futures: The university has a futures program that focuses on anticipating and preparing for future challenges and opportunities.

Discover UCC

• Discover UCC Overview: The university provides an overview of its history, mission, and values, as well as information on its schools, departments, and research centers.
• UCC in the world rankings: UCC is ranked among the top universities globally, with a strong reputation for academic excellence and research.
• History: The university has a rich history, dating back to its founding in 1845.
• Leadership and Strategy: UCC has a strong leadership team and a clear strategy for achieving its mission and goals.
• Schools and Departments: The university has several schools and departments, including arts, humanities, social sciences, science, engineering, and business.
• UCC Library: The university library provides access to a wide range of resources, including books, journals, and online databases.
• Job Vacancies: UCC has job vacancies in various fields, including academic, administrative, and support staff positions.
• Visit UCC: The university welcomes visitors and provides information on its campus, facilities, and events.
• Cork City and Region: UCC is located in Cork City, which is a vibrant and cultural city with a rich history and natural beauty.

Business and Industry

• Business and Industry Overview: The university provides an overview of its business and industry engagement activities, including information on collaboration opportunities, research partnerships, and innovation initiatives.
• Access Talent: UCC provides access to talented students and graduates, with opportunities for businesses to recruit and develop skilled employees.
• Skills for Work: The university offers skills training and development programs for businesses, aimed at enhancing employee skills and productivity.
• Advance Research: UCC has research partnerships and collaboration opportunities with businesses, aimed at advancing knowledge and creating innovative solutions.
• Accelerate Innovation: The university has initiatives and programs aimed at promoting entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation among businesses and start-ups.
• Support UCC: Businesses can support UCC through various means, including philanthropy, sponsorship, and partnership opportunities.
• Become a Partner: UCC welcomes businesses to become partners, with opportunities for collaboration, research, and innovation.

Advancement

• Advancement (Alumni) Overview: The university provides an overview of its advancement activities, including information on alumni engagement, philanthropy, and fundraising.
• Support UCC: Alumni and friends can support UCC through various means, including philanthropy, sponsorship, and volunteer opportunities.
• Donor Impact: UCC recognizes the impact of donors and provides information on how donations are used to support the university's mission and goals.
• Discover our Alumni: The university has a strong alumni network, with graduates who have gone on to achieve great things in their careers and personal lives.
• Explore Benefits: UCC provides benefits and services to its alumni, including career support, networking opportunities, and access to university facilities.
• Make a Gift: Alumni and friends can make a gift to UCC, with opportunities for philanthropy, sponsorship, and fundraising.

Puttnam Scholarship

The Puttnam Scholarship is a prestigious award that provides students with the opportunity to work with and learn from digital education pioneer Lord David Puttnam. The scholarship is open to UCC students from any discipline and provides a unique opportunity for students to develop their creative skills and gain experience in the film industry.

Puttnam Scholarship Recipients

The following students have been awarded the Puttnam Scholarship:

• 2024-2025: Nathalie Aue, Adam Barry-Murphy, Brigid Cryan, Jack Kelly, Emma Lane, Rebecca L. Hall Moran, Rebecca Jane Parke, Maria Olivia Susilo
• 2023-2024: Lorena Chierchini, Portia Ameyalli García Cruz, Lucía Dwyer, Dorothée Karekezi, George Lynch, Tess O'Regan, Eoin O'Brien, Finja Schroetter
• 2022-2023: Maryam Alabi, Mark Callanan, Sarah Jessica Dunne, Rachel Gough, Bob Jackson, Elle O'Leary Kelleher
• 2021-2022: Debismita Dutta, Alex Pacino Brady, Amano Miura, Benjamin Rupprecht, Aoibh Kingston, Callum Casey, Matthew Xavier Corrigan, Naoise McGuinness
• 2020-2021: Geraldine Boyle, Colette Forde, Mahito Indi Henderson, Harry McCann, Abnoos Mosleh-Shirazi, Máire Murphy, Ramish Qayyum, Célem Roche Deegan
• 2019-2020: Ellen O'Regan, Jessica Donohoe, Marcus Hogan, Conach Gibson, Casey Hynes, Harry White, Liam Fleming
• 2018-2019: Elinor Dolliver, Lucy Creedon, Andy Killian, Oisin O'Driscoll, Ben Whyte O'Callaghan