UCC Photo Competition 2025

Do you have an eye for capturing the beauty, energy, and spirit of University College Cork?
Whether it’s the iconic Quad, bustling student life, or hidden gems around campus, we want to see your best shots!

Submit your photos for a chance to win great prizes and have your work showcased to the UCC community.

Prizes

1st Prize: €200 gift card + feature on UCC’s website & social media
2nd Prize: €100 gift card
3rd Prize: €50 gift card

All winning photos will be displayed in an online gallery and may feature in future UCC promotional materials (with credit).

Competition Rules

• Theme: Photos must feature UCC — this can include campus buildings, landscapes, student life, events, or unique perspectives.

• Original Work: Your submission must be your own original photograph.

• Photo Quality: Images must be high-resolution (minimum 3000px on the longest side).

• Editing: Light editing (cropping, colour correction) is allowed, but no heavy filters or AI-generated imagery.

• Permissions: If people are recognisable in your photo, you must have their permission to submit it.

• Ownership & Use: By entering, you agree that UCC may use your photo for promotional purposes (credit will be given).

• Deadline: All submissions must be received by Friday, 21 November 2025, 5:00pm (GMT).

• Eligibility: Open to all UCC students, staff, and alumni.

How to Submit Your Photo

• Save your photo in JPEG or PNG format.

• Name your file using the format: FirstName_LastName_PhotoTitle.

• Email your entry to alumni@ucc.ie with the subject line UCC Photo Competition 2025.

• In the body of the email, include:

  • Your full name

  • Student/staff/alumni status

  • Contact details

  • A short description of your photo (max 50 words)

Judging Process

• Round 1: UCC Marketing and Brand Impact, and the Office of Media and Communications will review all entries for theme relevance and quality.

• Round 2: A judging panel of UCC staff, student representatives, and a professional photographer will score shortlisted entries. Consideration will be given to creativity, technical quality, relevance to UCC theme, and overall impact.

• Final Selection: Winners will be announced on UCC’s website and social media channels on Friday, 28 November 2025.