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Áras Uí Thuama is a modern apartment block for students which is located next to the Lee Fields. The bedrooms are very comfortable and there are study facilities included in each bedroom. The apartments are often referred to as the University Gaeltacht. There is a block of nine apartments in Áras Uí Thuama with a mixture of two, three and four bed apartments available.  There is free wi-fi available in the apartments which will allow you to stay in touch with your friends or allow you to do some research. You will have an opportunity to get to know students from every college in the university.

You will never be hungry as there is a supermarket nearby with a large selection of food. The campus is only five minutes away by foot and the city centre is also within a short walking distance from the apartments. What else would a student need?

Events 2025-2026

A number of activities are organized for the students while they are staying in Áras Uí Thuama.  

A reception was held for the students of Áras Uí Thuama on 24 September 2025. The following guest speakers spoke at the event:

  • Neepa Sodhi, Performing Arts Officer for Munster, Oireachtas na Gaeilge
  • Dr. Caitríona Breathnach, The Centre for Spoken Irish
  • Dónal Ó hÉigeartaigh, 3rd Level Coordinator, Conradh na Gaeilge
  • Laoise Nic Íomhair, Irish Language Development Officer, Barr na gCnoc
  • Lúcás Ó Raghallaigh, Irish Language and Culture Representative, UCC Students' Union
  • Páidí Mac Gearailt, Chairperson, An Chuallacht
  • Siún Ní Eartáin, Cumann Rince Seite, UCC TradSoc

The following events were also organized:

  • Bowling Night 9 October 2025
  • Jiving Night 6 November 2025
  • Christmas Event 19 November 2025

Registering for Áras Uí Thuama.

Any full time student of the University who is fluent in Irish is welcome to apply for residency in Áras Uí Thuama. They need to fill out a special application form and be prepared to be called for an interview.

Every year a number of places are put aside for first year students of the University. There are substantial scholarships available for residents.

Application Form for Leaving Cert Students 2026-2027

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