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Students of UCC are also students of UNIC, connected to the other nine UNIC partner universities across Europe. Find out more about the UNIC universities and their profiles: Universities (unic.eu).
UNIC is a part of the European Universities Initiative, launched by the European Commission as a new way for universities to work together across Europe. Read more about the European Universities Initiative and its goals: European Universities initiative | European Education Area (europa.eu).
UNIC's core goal is to benefit students of the ten universities, by opening up mobility, shared research, and city engagement across partners.
Apply to join one of the UNIC Joint Master's programmes: SEOS (Superdiversity in Education, Organisations and Society) MA or RePIC (Redesigning the Post-Industrial City) MSc.
As a UCC student, you can apply to take part in online modules (open online courses) at our partner universities as an extracurricular activity. Sign up for the UNIC virtual campus to see the courses: Portal. You will receive a certificate from the hosting university. If you are interested, reach out to unic@ucc.ie.
Redesigning the Post-Industrial City (RePIC) is a two-year Master's programme jointly designed and delivered by the UNIC alliance – where the ambition is to build a vibrant knowledge and innovation community committed to the rethinking of more sustainable urban futures.
Superdiversity in Education, Organisations & Society MA (SEOS)
Superdiversity in Education, Organisations and Society (SEOS) is a two-year Master's programme that takes an interdisciplinary and intersectional approach to superdiversity, encompassing three key disciplinary perspectives: educational sciences, social sciences and organisational and management research.
Margaritais currently in her third year studying Law and Business. Originally from Ukraine, she has demonstrated outstanding academic and personal commitment throughout her time at UCC. In her first year,Margaritaachieved top 10 results in her Contract Law module. Her dedication and resilience were further recognised when she was selected as a winner in the “Exceptional Journey” category at the CUBS Leaders of Tomorrow Awards. She is fluent in Ukrainian, Russian, and English, and her multilingual ability enriches her academic experience and engagement in a diverse university environment. Margaritais currently serving her second year as a Peer Support Leader, offering guidance and support to fellow students. She is passionate about wellness and enjoys practicing Pilates in her free time. With a growing interest in various areas of law, she looks forward to further advancing her academic and professional journey. Contact Margarita via unic@ucc.ie.
Sadhbh is studying Arts International with European Studies, French and German, and is in her final year. She has previously served as Chairperson and Deputy PRO for the Europa Society, and this year will act as Secretary of the Europa Society and Erasmus Officer of the French Society. She has been elected European Studies class representative, and has worked with the Students Union as Election Officer and Community Support Worker. In her first year she was a recipient of the Mary Ryan Language Scholarship and of the Quercus College Scholarship. Contact Sadhbh via unic@ucc.ie.
Meet the 26/27 UNIC Student Reps
Meet UNIC Student Representative Anna Clare O'Flynn
Anna is currently in her third year of studying Applied Plant Biology. She is heavily engaged in Student Life ranging from her roles as Vice-Chairperson of the Biology Society to Student Council Chairperson 25/26. She is currently engaged in the role of SEFS College Representative after having served as School Rep for Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences. She enjoys fostering a positive campus environement through her engagement with Peer Support and Access UCC. This is driven by her role as a Youth Advocate for Jigsaw Mental Health where she has engaged nationally with politicians and agencies to improve resources for youth mental health. In her spare time she enjoys spending time covered in compost in her vegetable garden and trying out endless new recipes in the kitchen. She hopes to expand her knowledge of plant biology and further explore fields relating to agriculture and policy.
Leah is no stranger to UNIC, she has been a UNIC student ambassador for 2025/26. She is a student of the MSc International Public Policy and Diplomacy at UCC.
Leah is passionate about social justice and the environment. In her free time she likes to read, hike and paint.
UNIC European University of Cities in Post-Industrial Transition, UCC office
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