Am I an EU or Non-EU Student?

Check our "Am I an EU or Non-EU Student" page to determine your category.

For admission purposes all applicants are categorised into two categories: EU or Non-EU.

Application Procedure for Non-EU Postgraduate Taught Programme

• Some programmes may differ. Please check the Programme Prospectus page for further information for opening and closing dates.
• Data Science and Analytics MSc & Computing Science MSc: Are closed for applications until October 2022 for admission to academic year 2023/24. Check-out similar courses which may still be open.

Applicants who wish to study a taught master, higher diploma, or postgraduate diploma should apply online through the UCC Apply portal. The application fee is €50 (non-refundable) payable by Bank Draft, Postal Order or Credit/Debit Card.

 Supporting Documents Checklist Before You Apply

• Official academic transcripts
• Graduation certificate
• Photocopy of passport
• IELTS or equivalent language test accepted by UCC - only for students whose first language is not English
• CV
• Official documentation relating to any other academic/professional non-degree qualification
• Reference letters and Grading Certificates may be requested.

All outstanding documentation should be uploaded to the application system when requested. Pending requested documentation will effect/delay the processing of your application.

How is my application processed?

• Completed applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and places are given on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Applications are reviewed by the International Office and are then sent to the academic unit for consideration.
• A decision is made on an individual assessment for each application. The International Office will issue a decision on the UCC Application System and a Letter of Acceptance or Conditional Letter of Acceptance will be uploaded to your application account.
• This process takes approximately 3-5 weeks from the date of receipt of your complete application.

Application Support

• Click Application Support and Troubleshooting Tips for frequently asked questions and answers.

International Scholarships

To be awarded a scholarship, you must have an accepted offer in your UCC Apply Portal.

• Value: varies (merit based) and is awarded at offer stage in your Full Offer letter.
• Conditional Offers are not awarded scholarships until conditions of offer are met.

Offers

Applications will normally be considered from applicants whose qualifications are equivalent to a UCC Bachelor (Hons) degree and whose grades are equivalent to a UCC First-Class Honours Grade 1 or Second-Class Honours Grade 2 as appropriate. Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Select Your Region

• Africa, Middle East, India
• Asia Pacific
• Europe
• Latin America
• USA & Canada

• Full Offer

A Full Offer is made to those successful applicants who meet their chosen programme criteria after academic review.

• Conditional Offer

A Conditional offer will be made to successful applicants who have not yet completed their studies. Conditional Offers are not acceptable for the issuing of visas.

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