Program Overview

Quercus Talented Students' Programme

The Quercus Talented Students' Programme is designed to support students who demonstrate exceptional talent and achievement in their chosen field. The programme provides a range of benefits, including reduced CAO points entry, campus accommodation, waiver of student contribution fee, bursary, life coaching, and participation in the Quercus Lecture Series.

About

The Quercus Talented Students' Programme is a prestigious programme that recognizes and supports students who have demonstrated exceptional talent and achievement in their chosen field. The programme is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop their talents and achieve their full potential.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Quercus Talented Students' Programme, students must meet the minimum entry requirements for their desired undergraduate programme and demonstrate sustained engagement with extra-curricular creative and performing arts' activities. Students must also exhibit excellence and potential for development in their chosen field, with recognition at local, regional, national, or international level.

Scholarship Benefits

The Quercus Talented Students' Programme offers a range of benefits, including:

• Reduced CAO points entry
• Campus accommodation
• Waiver of 3,000 student contribution fee
• Bursary
• Life coaching
• Participation in Quercus Lecture Series
• Individualized career advice
• Academic mentor
• Creative and performing arts mentor
• Invitations to relevant networking events
• Flexible academic arrangements
• Participation in relevant workshops/master classes

How to Apply

To apply for the Quercus Talented Students' Programme, students must be either a registered undergraduate UCC student or an applicant for an undergraduate programme at University College Cork. Students must read the Creative and Performing Arts Terms of Reference and Memorandum of Understanding, and submit an application through the online portal.

Application Instructions

The application process for the Quercus Talented Students' Programme involves submitting an online application, which includes providing evidence of sustained engagement with extra-curricular creative and performing arts' activities, exhibiting excellence and potential for development in the chosen field, and demonstrating a clear plan and vision for creative and artistic output.

Contact

For any queries or feedback regarding the Quercus Talented Students' Programme, students can contact the programme administrators through the University College Cork website.

University College Cork

University College Cork is a registered charity with the Charities Regulatory Authority, and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all students. The university offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and is recognized for its academic excellence and research achievements.