Accounting & Finance Society

UCC Accounting & Finance Society is open to all with an interest in the financial world. Also including the Student Managed Fund and the Finance Forum, the society helps students understand and network their way through the world of accounting and finance through a wide range of events and speakers. 

Contact us at accfin@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccaccfinsocc

African & Caribbean Society

UCC African & Caribbean Society promotes Afro Carribbean culture in UCC. They host several events covering all areas of the culture including food music, and much more.

Contact us at africa@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccafrosoc

Alzheimer's Society

UCC Alzheimer’s Society is the first society in any university or third-level institution in Ireland to represent Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia. The 3 main goals of the society are spreading awareness around campus, fundraising, and volunteering.

Contact us at alzheimers@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccalzsoc

AMSI

UCC AMSI Society endeavours to promote all issues with respect to medicine and health beyond the structures of medical school curricula, in the domains of Public Health, Sexual & Reproductive Health, Medical Education, Human Rights & Peace and Professional Exchanges. They work to engage the community, medical student or otherwise, in a wide variety of activities including campaigns, academic events and social events.

Contact us at amsi@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccamsisoc

An Chuallacht

Déanann an Chuallacht iarracht an Ghaeilge a spreagadh agus a chur chun cinn ar champas. Bíonn imeachtaí taitneamhach agus spéisiúil acu go minic ar nós turasanna, ciorcal comhrá seachtainiúil, Pop-Up Gaeltachtaí agus Seachtain na Gaeilge UCC.

Contact us at anchuallacht@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @anchuallachtucc

An Cumann Drámaíochta

Cuireann An Cumann Drámaíochta cúpla dráma ar siúil i rith na bliaina trí mhéan na Gaeilge. Deis iontach chun feabhas a chur le do chuid Gaeilge, buaileadh le daoine nua agus fiú amháin scil nua a fhoghlaim.

Contact us at cumannd@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @ancumannducc

Ancient Civilisation & Mythology

UCC Ancient Civilisations & Mythology Society shares their love of classics and mythology through coffee mornings, screenings and various events throughout the year.

Contact us at ancient@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccancientssoc

Arabic Society

UCC Arabic Society promotes all areas of Arabic culture in UCC. They host a wide range of events covering all areas of the culture including language, food, music, and much more.

Contact us at arabic@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccarabsociety

Archaeology

UCC Archaeological Society is the society for anyone with a passing interest to a heart-felt passion for archaeology. They provide opportunities to introduce and enhance archaeological knowledge and interest with lectures from internationally recognised experts, fun social events and field trips to famous sites and landscapes.

Contact us at archaeological@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccarchaeologysociety

Architecture Society

UCC Architecture Society is run completely by students particularly for students with an interest in architecture and design. They support the university experience of architecture students and to be the voice of their interests within the UCC community and further afield, by providing opportunities for their personal and professional development.

Contact us at architecture@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @ucc_archsoc

Bangladesh Society

UCC Bangladesh Society aim to create an inclusive and Vibrant community that embraces diversity, fosters lifelong connections and showcases the diverse cultural heritage of Bangladesh.

Contact us at bangladesh@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccbangladeshsociety

BEES Society

UCC BEES Society celebrates everything Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences. Hosting beach cleans, quizzes, guest speakers and more throughout the year, everyone is welcome to join. 

Contact us at bees@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccbeessociety

Biochemistry and Biotechnology Society

UCC Biochemistry and Biotechnology welcomes any students who are currently studying or have an interest in the biological sciences. The aim of the society is to provide information, support and an opportunity to learn about biology outside of lectures. We organise a variety of different academic and social events throughout the year, hosting academic talks, degree information evenings and industry seminars alongside social events and charity fundraisers.

Contact us at biochem@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @biochem.soc.ucc

Biology Society

The UCC Biology society aims to promote and strengthen the interests and pursuits of biological sciences amongst the students of UCC, by providing academic and career talks and biological events. Unifying all of the outlets of biology into one joint community and empowering students into the drastically emerging biological market of Ireland led by both global pharmaceutical and natural life science companies alike.

Contact us at biology@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccbiosoc

Biomedical Society

UCC Biomedical society is a friendly and active society for students for study or have an interest in biomedical science. The aim of the biomedical science society is to promote medical sciences within the college through both academic and social events.

Contact us at biomed@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccbiomedicalsciencesociety

Bród (LGBTQ+) Society

UCC Bród Society strives to build a community for LGBTQ students, professors and other individuals in UCC. They provide support to members, education to allies and also to be allies to others. They give members the opportunity to socialize, engage politically or learn about our culture and host their annual Queer Conference in spring each year.

Contact us at brod@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @ucc.brodsociety

Business Information Systems (BIS)

UCC BIS Society is an academic society in the area of Business Information Systems (BIS). Throughout the year they run a number of educational and social events.

Contact us at bis@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @bissocietyucc

Cancer Society

UCC Cancer Society aims to raise money for the Irish Cancer Society and spread awareness of the disease. They actively try to involve students in crazy, fun and exciting events in the hope that they can make a difference with their flagship event being the annual Relay for Life fundraiser.

Contact us at cancer@uccsocieties.ie or on Instargram @ucccancersoc

Chemical society

UCC Chemical Society hosts academic and social events for anybody with an interest in chemistry. They regularly host talks from speakers in both academia and industry along with tours and socials, so there's something to cater to all interests.

Contact us at chemical@uccsocieties.ie or on Instargram @ucc_chemical_society

Chinese Society

UCC Chinese Society is all about Chinese culture- from language, history, media, fashion, music and food. They aim to celebrate, educate and inform those interested in any aspect of Chinese culture.

Contact us at chinese@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccchinesesociety

Choral Society

UCC Choral Society is one of the largest and longest running, of the societies on campus. Their aim is to promote a love of singing and music, but also to make lifelong friends while doing so. They host weekly rehearsals and also run the competitive UCC Singers choir.

Contact us at choral@uccsocieties.ie or on Instgram @uccchoralsociety

Christian Union Society

UCC Christian Union Society is a fun and vibrant society for all students, not just those of a Christian faith. They host weekly events consisting of music, worship, speakers and discussions and socials alongside one-off larger scale events throughout the year.

Contact us at christianunion@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @ucc.christianunion

Clinical Therapies Society

UCC Clinical Therapies society is an outlet for students studying Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and masters students in Physiotherapy, Audiology and Diagnostic Radiography, as well as anybody with an interest in the disciplines. They regularly host socials, information evenings, bake-sales, and their monthly Aphasia Café.

Contact us at clinical@uccsocieties.ie an on Instagram @clinicaltherapiesucc

Co-operative Society

UCC Co-Operative Society is an activism society focused on the rapidly growing area of co-operatives. With a range of events covering areas such as housing, social issues and employment, there's sure to be something for everybody.

Contact us at cooperative@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucccoopsoc

Comedy Society

UCC Comedy Society provides a space for students to practice all forms of comedy including stand up. They host Stand-Up, Creative Writing and Social Media Workshops as well as Movie Screenings, Quizzes, Socials and Comedy shows.

Contact us at comedy@uccsocieties.ie and on Instgram @ucccomedysoc

Commerce Society

UCC Commerce Society gives students an insight into the world of business through a variety of events encompasssing networking, management and so much more. Their flagship event, the Commerce Conference has been run annually with a range of speakers who are all experts in their areas.

Contact us at commerce@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucccommsoc

Consulting Society

UCC Consulting Society provides students with an insight into the world of consulting and the various career paths which lead there. Through case study competitions, guest speakers and talks with employers, students from all degree streams can get an insight into how they can get into the world of consulting.

Contact us at consulting@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccconsultingsociety

Criminology Society

UCC Criminology Society delves into topics all related to crime and the law. With events around drug decriminalisation, criminal psychology and everything in between, there's something to catch the attention of all.

Contact us at criminology@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucccriminologysociety

Data and Analytics Society

UCC Data & Analytics Society provides students with an opportunity to engage with the rapidly growing sector of data and analytics. With a range of educational and social events, everyone is welcome to take part and learn about the role of data and analytics in our society.

Contact us at data@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccdatasoc

Dental Society

UCC Dental Society, or Dentsoc, organizes a variety of events for dental and dental hygiene students at UCC. They work together to create memorable occasions, while also helping students to deal with the stresses of being in the dentistry program through a range of academic and social events and providing resources for students.

Contact us at dental@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucc_dentsoc

Dermatology Society

The Dermatology society at UCC is dedicated to skin health and fostering a community passionate about all things skin related! Join us for engaging workshops, enlightening talks by experts in the field and fun events throughout the year!

Contact us at dermatology@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @ucc_dermsoc 

DJ Society

UCC DJ Society gives students the opportunity to learn how to be a DJ. From teaching the basics to giving fully fledged DJs the opportunity to show their talents on stage, the Society has something for all.

Contact us at dj@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccdjsociety 

Dodgeball

UCC Dodgeball Society is for all students with a love of dodgeball. They host weekly training sessions and their flagship event, the Cosmic Dodgeball tournament which puts the game in the dark under UV lights.

Contact us at dodgeball@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccdodgesoc

Dramat Society

UCC Dramatic Society is concerned with promoting every aspect of theatre around the UCC campus. They put on several productions every year and give all students a chance to get involved in all aspects of the productions from cast to crew with technical opportunities. As well as full scale productions they also host weekly improv workshops.

Contact us at dramat@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccdramatsociety 

Economics Society

UCC Economic Society’s main purpose is to promote economics on campus amongst all students, regardless of their discipline of study through a variety of exciting student-focused events held on a monthly basis. They run many events every year including their Guest Speaker series, the UCC CUBS Conference, The Deloitte Difference University Case Study Competition, Junior Economics, LinkedIn Employment event and many more.

Contact us at economics@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucceconsoc

Emergency Care Society

UCC Emergency Care Society is a multi-disciplinary group that offers a variety of talks, active learning evenings, and simulated environments relating to pre-hospital emergency medicine, acute medicine, and basic first-aid. The UCC Student Community First Responders team is an off-shoot of ECS that provides life-saving CPR and first-aid to the UCC community.

Contact us at aemed@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccemergencycaresoc 

Enactus

UCC Enactus Society is the UCC branch of the worldwide social entrepreneurship organisation, working throughout the academic year to improve the local and global communities using entrepreneurial action. They create projects with the aim of turning them into social enterprises.

Contact us at enactus@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @enactusucc

Engineering Society

UCC Engineering Society is geared towards students who have a keen interest in STEM subjects, particularly those that are studying Engineering. The society’s main aim is to bring students from all disciplines together to meet like-minded people and to promote the importance of Engineering in today’s world. They host a mix of academic and social events throughout the year and link the four UCC engineering disciplines.

Contact us at engineering@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @engsoc_ucc 

English Soc

UCC English Literature Society is UCC's foremost society for celebrating literature. They host a variety of events such as book clubs, movie nights, socials and monthly Open Mic Nights. Alongside weekly events, the Society also publishes its annual Quarryman Journal, comprised of prose, short stories and poetry.

Contact us at english@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccenglishlitsoc 

Entrepreneurial & Social Society

UCC Entrepreneurial & Social Society hosts a vast range of entrepreneurial and social events every year, including speeches and workshops from some of Ireland's leading entrepreneurs, Ireland's highest profile influencer's and social media professionals and many more. Their main goal is to promote and support entrepreneurship on campus and have lots of fun along the way.

Contact us at eands@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucc_eands 

Environmental Society

UCC Environmental Society work towards making the world a greener, cleaner and fairer place. They run events all year round, from talks on environmental issues, sustainability workshops, litterpickings, swapshops and our annual Climate Conference. They also have several online guides to help people live a sustainable life and a podcast.

Contact us at environmental@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccenvirosoc

Europa Society

UCC Europa Society is based on all things European. They raise awareness of key issues such as European politics and society and often celebrate European culture through the means of Eurovision nights, food nights and much more.

Contact us at europa@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucceuropasoc

EWB Society

UCC Engineers Without Borders Society are the first student branch of the national organisation with the same name. EWB aims to to educate students on issues such as sustainability and development in third world countries and enable students to make a contribution towards solving these issues.

Contact us at ewb@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ewbucc

Fashion Society

UCC Fashion Society provides an outlet for those who wish to express their own unique style, learn more about the fashion industry or even just to meet new and like-minded people. Weekly events range from fabric workshops tofashion career panels, swap shops to fashion shows. The Society is also home to the award-winning STÍL fashion magazine.

Contact us at fashion@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccfashionsociety

Femsoc

UCC Feminist society works on campus and the wider community to promote equality, diversity and intersectionality in everyday life. The society aims to run weekly events that balance the social aspect of student life but also immerse UCC students in activism and social justice.

Contact us at feminist@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccfemsoc 

Fianna Fáil society

UCC Ógra Fianna Fáil society or the Donogh O’Malley Cumann is dedicated to encouraging young people to become members of Fianna Fáil and informing people across campus of what the party is about. They encourage discussion surrounding current political affairs and legislation by organising a range of events.

Contact us at fiannafail@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucc_fiannafail 

Film and Photography Society

UCC Film and Photography Society encourage filmmakers, selfie takers and movie addicts to come along and join their society to explore new interests and explore creativity using the camera!

Contact us at film@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccfilmphotosociety

Folklore Society

Folklore can be understood perhaps most succinctly as ‘the sayings and doings of ordinary people’. It is our goal to familiarise students and staff across UCC with the often various genres and forms that folklore takes via events, collaborative programming and hands-on workshops.

Contact us at folklore@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccfolkloresoc

Food and Nutrition Society

UCC Foodies Society is dedicated to all things food. From food crawls to cooking competitions, the Foodies Society has something for all food lovers, whether they're a budding chef or just appreciate the finer side of cuisine.

Contact us at foodies@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccfoodiesoc

Free Legal Aid Centre (FLAC) Society

UCC FLAC Society gives UCC students access to professional, confidential, and helpful legal advice on a range of issues they might have- from employment to tenancy issues. They bring in barristers and solicitors to speak with students and help to make the legal system a little less scary and a lot more accessible. They also host a range of speakers, seminars and an annual conference.

Contact us at flac@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @flac_ucc 

French Society

UCC French Society brings all things French language and culture to life throughout the college campus and Cork City. They host casual events throughout the year like Movie screenings, food tastings, and culture evenings as well regular language exchanges where all levels of the language are welcome.

Contact us at french@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccfrenchsociety

Friends of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

The UCC Friends of MSF works to raise awareness of the international work of MSF, their ongoing campaigns and humanitarian issues, and to raise funds for MSF’s work where the need for medical care is greatest. They do this through awareness campaigns and a number of fundraising events throughout the year.

Contact us at msf@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccfriendsofmsf 

Fáilte Refugees Society

UCC Fáilte Refugees is dedicated to welcoming refugees and asylum seekers to UCC, Cork and Ireland, working on ensuring understanding, solidarity and basic human rights thrive within the communities. They add another fresh voice in the battle for refugees’ rights within Ireland and campaign for their promotion.

Contact us at failterefugees@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccfailterefugeesoc 

General Practitioners Society

UCC General Practice Society provides students with opportunities to attend clinical hands-on workshops, journal clubs, case presentation competitions and other great events throughout the year relating to the roles and responsibilities of General Practitioners.

Contact us at gp@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccgpsoc

Genetics Society

The UCC Genetics society is an academic society aimed at genetics students and anyone interested in the world of genetics. The goal of the society is to provide students with the opportunity to learn and meet with like-minded people through the various events that we hold each year, including quizzes, guest speakers and social events.

Contact us at genetics@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccgeneticssociety 

German Society

UCC German Society is for those who have a passionate interest about the German language and culture. They host Stammtischs (socials), Festivals, language exchange programs and many other types of events that allow members to hone their German language skills and to gain an awareness of what it’s like to be German.

Contact us at german@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccgermansoc

Global Justice Society

The Global Justice society is a student run organisation that aims to raise awareness of developmental issues around the globe. Through social events, talks with experienced guest speakers, and fundraising activities, they aim to bring together students who are looking to make an impact during their time here at UCC and have fun doing it.

Contact us at globaljustice@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccglobaljustice 

Government and Politics Society

UCC Government & Politics Society is a politically neutral society that welcomes any and all opinions to join. The society welcomes all students with any political views to join and particularly anybody to wishes to broaden their political understanding of current affairs. They host a wide variety of events over the academic year, including debates on topical issues which are always thoroughly enjoyable and engaging for all as well as their annual Politics Week.

Contact us at politics@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccgovpolsoc 

Guide Dogs Society

UCC Guide Dogs Society is dedicated towards raising money and awareness for Irish Guide Dogs. They host a range of fundraising campaigns and events to inform and educate people about Irish Guide Dogs.

Contact us at guidedogs@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccguidedogssoc

Harry Potter Society

UCC Harry Potter Society offers a welcoming and friendly space for fans to express their interest and to meet new and like-minded people. We cater to all degree of Harry Potter fans, from casual readers or viewers to devoted fanatics, hosting a variety of events throughout the year from quizzes, screenings and their annual Sorting Ceremony.

Contact us at harrypotter@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccharrypottersoc

Hispanic Society

UCC Hispanic Society aim to promote and embrace Hispanic Culture and Lanuage in UCC. Hosting regular coffee mornings and language exchange workshops, everone is welcome to join. 

Contact us at hispanic@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @ucchispanicsociety

History Society

UCC History Society welcomes everyone with an interest in History. Hosting talks, histor-tea evening's and quizzes there's something for everyone!

Contact us at historical@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucchistorysociety

Hope Foundation Society

The Hope Foundation society is a charitable society that helps to fundraise and raise awareness for the Hope Foundation, a charity that raises money for the street and slum children of Kolkata, India. We aim to raise vital funds for the projects set up by Hope in Kolkata that help to improve the quality of life of these children and give them a better future. Hope's vision is ‘a world where it should never hurt to be a child’. More info about the charity can be found on their website, www.hopefoundation.ie. We organise various events and fundraisers throughout the academic year, all in aid of Hope such as table quizzes, movie nights and lots more. You’ll also find us around campus throughout the year selling Hope’s Butlers chocolate bars. The Hope soc is a great society to be a part of as you get to meet new people and participate in fun events, all while raising money for a great cause and helping make a difference in the lives of these children.

Contact us at hopefoundation@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @hopefoundationucc 

Horse Racing Society

UCC Horse Racing Society caters for everyone, from the complete novice to the seasoned professional. They host host a multitude of events open to all UCC students and staff every year. These include yard and stud visits, charity events and trips.

Contact us at horseracing@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucchorseracingsociety

Indian Society

UCC Indian Society promotes all aspects of Indian culture and provides support to Indian students in UCC. Every year they host a range of events including their annual Diwali and Indian Independence Day celebrations.

Contact us at indian@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucc_indians_soc

International Relations Society

UCC International Relations Society is a society based around the discussion of current affairs through Model UN. At our weekly events, each member represents a country of their choice to discuss global issues. THey also frequently send participants to national and international Model UN Competitions.

Contact us at ir@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccirsoc

International Student Society

UCC International  Student Society aim to provide a welcoming environment for international students in Cork and to support those students from UCC. The society hosts everything from info nights, quizzes and bake sales throughout the year! 

Contact us at international@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @eisoc.ucc 

Irish Traditional Music Society

UCC Irish Traditional Music Society is a society for anyone interested in Irish Traditional Music. They organize regular sessions, free weekly lunchtime concerts and an annual festival known as UCC TradFest. Musicians that get involved can also be given the opportunity to perform at events both on and off campus, including performances for Seachtain na Gaeilge, Electric Picnic, Kaleidoscope and many more.

Contact us at tradmusic@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucctradsoc 

Islamic Society

UCC Islamic Society is a society for Muslims and anybody who wishes to learn more about Islam and take part in activities with them. They host prayer meetings, discussions and potlucks and other fun events and host two annual week long campaigns around awareness and spreading kindness.

Contact us at islamic@uccsocieties.ie or on Instangram @uccisoc

Italian Society

UCC Italian Society promotes all aspects of Italian language and culture. The society is open to all students with an interest in the country and culture and they host a number of events in relation to Italian food, music and much more.

Contact us at italian@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccitsoc

Japanese Society

UCC Japanese Society immerses you in all areas of Japanese culture. They organise various events ranging from fun and exciting origami and calligraphy activities, learning basic, fundamentals of the Japanese language in a fun and engaging way and watching your favourite anime movies such as ‘Your Name’, ‘Spirited Away’ etc.

Contact us at japanese@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccjapanesesociety 

Jewish Society

UCC Jewish Society embraces Jewish culture and welcomes everyone with an interest in Judaism. The society hosts celebration dinners, screenings and guest speaker events. 

Contact us at jewish@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccjewishsoc

Knitting and Crochet Society

UCC Knitting Society provides students a space to learn knitting and other textile crafts with other likeminded students. They often run classes teaching students how to knit as well as running social events where people can bring along their work in progress and work on it in the company of other students.

Contact us on knitting@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccknittingandcrochetsoc 

Korean Society

UCC Korean Society is the place for those interested in learning about Korean culture and language. They host a wide variety of events throughout the year that highlight and promote different aspects of Korean culture, including food, music, language and so much more.

Contact us at korean@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @ucckoreansoc 

Labour Society

UCC Labour Society is the UCC branch of the Labour Party. They hold numerous events in relation to the party and Irish politics as a whole.

Contact us on labour@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucclaboursociety

Law Society

UCC Law Society is one of UCC’s oldest and most active societies providing a wide variety of events every week. There are loads of ways to get involved in the society and there’s something for everyone from monthly house meetings, public speaking workshops and debating and mooting competitions.

Contact us at law@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucclawsociety

Macra na Feirme Society

UCC Macra na Feirme Society is the longest running and most established Macra na Feirme club in any third level institute in the country. They offer something for everybody with the five main aspects of the Society being: social, sports, agriculture, public speaking and performing arts.

Contact us at macra@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccmacrasociety 

Mathematical Society

UCC Mathematical Society is the society for anybody with an interest in numbers and maths, whether they're a student of maths or not. They host a range of educational and social events throughout the year, including their annual Boole Prize and Superbrain competitions.

Contact us at maths@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccmathsoc 

Medical Research and Technology Society

UCC Medical Research and Technology Society (MRT) promotes student research and progress in medical technology. They aim to educate the students of UCC with medical backgrounds on non-traditional career options in the realms of research, technology and business. Equally they encourage STEM and business & law students to pursue interests in research, medical devices and technology development.

Contact us at mrt@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucc_mrtsoc

Medical Society

UCC Medical Society caters to students with any interest in healthcare through their social, academic, and sports events. They also run a ‘Teddy Bear Hospital’ each year, where primary school children bring their sick teddy bears to UCC to be treated. They also run a number of events focused on health and wellbeing throughout the year.

Contact us at medical@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccmedsoc 

Music Society

UCC Music Society is the society for all musicians and music lovers across campus. Renowned for their annual Battle of the Bands and Singer-Songwriter competitions, the Music Society also offers a range of events from open mic nights to full on gigs and everything in between.

Contact us at music@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccmusicsoc 

Musical Theatre Society

UCC Musical Theatre Society is the society for all musical theatre fans. Putting on a number of full scale productions, open mic nights, workshops and more every year, it's got something for everybody whether you want to be centre stage or just part of the audience.

Contact us at musical@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccmts

Networking Society

UCC Netsoc is the Networking, Technology and Gaming Society. With two events weekly, one focused on technology and one focused on gaming, there's something for all interests. Netsoc is also home to their competitive eSports team, the Netsoc Rebels who compete in a number of different games nationally.

Contact us at netsoc@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccnetsoc

Neurodiversity Society

UCC Neurodiversity Society aims to create a space for students to be accepted and supported as they are. They host a number of social and educational events throughout the year with their flagship event being the annual Neurodiversity Conference. 

Contact us at neurodiversity@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccneurodiversitysoc

Neuroscience and Neurology Society

UCC Neuroscience & Neurodiversity Society hopes to spark an interest and educate students on the broad field of neuroscience and neurology. 

Contact us at neuro@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccneurosoc

Nursing & Midwifery Society

The Nursing & Midewifery Society provide both eduacational and social outlets for students.

Contact us at nursingandmidwifery@uccsocieties.ie and on instagram @uccnursingandmidwiferysoc

Orchestral Society

UCC Orchestral Society is UCC's very own full orchestra and plays a mixture of classical and contemporary pieces and caters to many instruments and many different levels. They also run events outside of the music also, including bake sales and raffles, quizzes, movie evenings, coffee evenings, and more, so musicians and non-musicians alike are welcome to enjoy.

Contact us at orchestra@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccorchestralsociety 

Pakistani Society

UCC Pakistani Society embraces the Pakistani culture and provides a space for students to meet and chat. 

Contact us at pakistani@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccpaksoc

People before Profit Society

UCC People Before Profit Society is the UCC branch of the People Before Profit political party. Throughout the year they hold a range of events on activism, policy and the current goings on in Irish politics, often inviting guest speakers from the party.

Contact us at pbp@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucc_pbpsoc

Pharmacy Society

UCC Pharmacy Society is an academic society for students both studying pharmacy and those with an interest in the discipline. They host a range of events over the course of the year, from social and sporting events to academic and welfare focused events.

Contact us at pharmacy@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccpharmsoc 

Philosophical Society

UCC Philosophical Society hosts fun, weekly debates for the students of UCC, elaborating on topics such as Feminism, Climate Change, social issues, and pop culture, among many others. They also take part in many national and international competitions, run weekly Speaker Development sessions and schools outreach programmes.

Contact us at philosoph@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccphilosoph

Physics and Astronomy Society

UCC Physics and Astronomy Society is the place to be for anyone interested in physics or astronomy. They host all sorts of events for all levels of interest; from table quizzes and West Cork stargazing trips to a national student astrophysics conference and have a good mix of social and academic events, with talks and conferences always balanced against the bake-off and the Students vs Lecturers competition.

Contact us at physics@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccphysoc

Planning Society

UCC Planning Society is committed to discussing issues surrounding planning and sustainable development. Their flagship event, the UCC Planning Conference, hosts a wide range of indsutry leaders talking on a range of topics.

Contact us at planning@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccplanningsoc

Pop Culture Society

UCC Pop Culture Society creates an exciting, accessible and safe atmosphere on campus dedicated to popular culture. 

Contact us at popculture@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccpopsoc

Psychiatry Society

Our mission is to provide exposure to the many different areas of psychiatry, discussing disorders and how they can be treated.

Contact us at psychiatry@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccpsychiatrysoc

Psychological Society

UCC Psychological Society is an academic society whose aim is to promote psychology and mental health within UCC through various academic, social, and collaborative events. The society is not just for students of Psychology, but also anyone that has an interest in psychological research, concepts and learning more about them.

Contact us at psychological@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccpsychsoc

Public Health Society

We are a society dedicated to the promotion of public health on and off-campus, its study, and the contributions of the area of public health. We are passionate about championing a multi-disciplinary approach to public health, and we love highlighting new outlooks on public health. We provide a variety of events with a balance between fun and educational, with events such as our annual table quiz and our environmental public health conference. We encourage students from all backgrounds, both public health and beyond, who have an interest in health promotion and public health, to check us out!

Contact us at publichealth@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram @uccphsoc

UCC Science-Fiction, Anime, Horror and Fantasy Society

UCC Science-Fiction, Anime, Horror and Fantasy Society host weekly events on Mondays and Wednesdays covering all of their four genres including screenings, panels and social events such as karaoke, quizzes and collaborations with other societies. They're also heavily involved with the running of Kaizoku Con, Cork's flagship anime convention.

Contact us at scifi@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccscifisoc

Science Society

UCC Science Society aims to encourage and create an interest in STEM for all UCC students. Every year they run a mix of academic and social events from guest speakers to quizzes and everything in between. They cater to all STEM related interests and to both STEM students and non-STEM students alike.

Contact us at science@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccsciencesoc

Scribble Society

UCC Scribble Society aims to provide an outlet for students to express themselves creatively through the medium of drawing, painting and other creative projects in a social setting. They host a range of different artistic events including mug painting, life drawing, a Bob Ross tutorial, pumpkin carving and more.

Contact us at scribble@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccscribblesociety

Simon Society

UCC Simon Society supports the vital mission of Cork Simon Community, who work with men and women who are homeless in Cork by offering housing and support, with the aim of enabling their journey back to independent living. The UCC Simon Society support this mission, mainly by holding many fun fundraising events, but also by raising awareness on campus of the homelessness crisis.

Contact us at simon@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccsimonsoc

Simpsons Society

UCC Simpsons Society is for all lovers of the long-running cartoon. With a variety of screenings and social events throughout the year, there's something for everybody to enjoy and their themed nights bring some entertainment to every occassion.

Contact us at simpsons@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccsimpsonsoc

Sinn Fein

UCC Sinn Féin Society or The Martin Hurson Cumann is the UCC branch of the political party Sinn Féin. They have regular stalls in relation to issues such as trade unionism, Irish republicanism and other left-wing issues, engaging students in debate and discussion.

Contact us at sinnfein@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccsf

Slavic Society

UCC Slavic Society is for any student with an interest in the cultures of Central and Eastern European countries. They host many events throughout the year giving students the chance to learn Slavic languages through workshops and language exchanges, taste and learn to make Slavic food, play cultural board games, watch movies, and much more.

Contact us at slavic@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccslavicsociety 

Social Democrats

UCC Social Democrats Society is the UCC branch of the Social Democrats political party. They host a range of events throughout the year including talks and guest speakers around the policies and views of the Social Democrats party.

Contact us at socialdemocrats@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccsocdems

Socialist Society

Contact us at socialist@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccsocialistsoc

SSDP Society

Students for Sensible Drug Policy Society, dedicated to ending the war on drugs.

You can contact us at ssdp@uccsocieties.ie or on Instagram at @uccssdp

Suicide Aware and Mental Health Society

UCC SÁMH (Suicide Awareness and Mental Health) Society is dedicated to promoting positive mental health on campus. They host tea/coffee stands, mindfulness events, movie screenings, open panel discussions and often have open evenings for people to come get involved.

Contact us at mentalhealth@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccsamh

Surgeon Noonan

UCC Surgeon Noonan Society is a student run UCC Charity, with the aim of helping hospitals in developing countries in Africa by providing volunteer work while on elective, financial aid and through public awareness. The charity is run by students who fundraise throughout the year. Students cover all travel expenses themselves, ensuring that 100% of the money raised goes towards the beneficiary hospitals in Sub Saharan Africa.

Contact us at surgeonnoonan@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @surgeonnoonansocucc

Surgical Society

UCC Surgical Society is a primarily academic society that aims to promote the field of surgery among students attending UCC. They aim to educate students about the various surgical disciplines through specialty specific organised talks by local and international guest speakers and lecturers; also holding several different isolated workshops and competitions throughout the year so that as many people can attend and learn at some stage or another.

Contact us at surgical@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccsurgsoc

Translational Medicine

UCC Translational Medicine Society aims to encourage students to create change in the world of human health through translational and personalised medicine, to educate students on topical health issues and to encourage scientific innovation in that field. They hold a range of academic, social and welfare based events throughout the year.

Contact us at translationalmed@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @ucc_translational_medicine 

Vegan Society

UCC Vegan Society aims to advocate a vegan and cruelty free lifestyle. They provide a social and educational environment for students who are vegan, or curious about veganism, at UCC, hosting many events including Movie/Documentary Screenings, Coffee Mornings, and much more.

Contact us at vegan@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccvegsoc

War, Action and Roleplaying Society (WARPS)

UCC Wargaming And Role Playing Society (WARPS) is the tabletop and boardgaming Society. They host a weekly gaming night covering a wide variety of board games, card games and RPGs and also run their annual convention Warpcon over a full weekend.

Contact us at warps@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccwarps

WiSTEM Society

UCC Women in STEM (WiSTEM) Society aims to support women in UCC in achieving their full potential in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths and inspire and aid everyone in furthering their careers in STEM and to to encourage awareness of equality for all in the workplace. They organise a number of corporate, professional and networking events every year and regularly take part in nationwide events.

Contact us at wistem@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @wistemsocietyucc

Women in Business and Leadership Society

UCC Women in Business and Leadership Society is a brand new society aimed at inspiring and encouraging more confident women in the workplace. This society offers a mix of educational, wellness and social events. Their aim is to help to create the next generation of workers who are ambitious and amicable and who feel confident to break through that glass ceiling.

Contact us at womeninbusiness@uccsocieties.ie and on instagram @uccwiblsoc

Yoga and Meditation Society

UCC Yoga & Meditation Society welcomes anyone with an interest in yoga and meditation. They host regular classes, tea and coffee evenings and retreats throughout the year.

Contact us at yoga@uccsocieties.ie and on Instagram @uccyogaandmeditationsociety

Young Fine Gael Society

UCC Young Fine Gael Society provides a forum for students interested in areas of political discussion, policy, debate and social activities. We organise policy think-ins, debates, fundraisers, national and international trips, quizzes and more.

Contact us at yfg@uccsocieties.ie and on instagram @uccfyg