College of Arts, Celtic Studies & Social Science Requirements
College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Science
For all courses, a CAO application must be made accompanied by a Statement of Interest outlining education, life and/or relevant work experience. For more information on making a Mature Application visit the Mature Student application procedure pages.
MSE: Mature candidates who have evidence of a Level 7 or Level 8 Adult Continuing Education (ACE) qualification will not have to take the Mature Student Evaluation (MSE). Applicants wishing to avail of this must self-disclose this correctly on their CAO application.
| CAO Code | Programme | Duration | Entry Requirements | Additional Assessment | Additional Requirements |
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| CK101 | Arts | 3 | There are certain requirements for some first-year subjects. Please see the Academic Programme Catalogue and check 'General' and 'Points to Note' in the UCC calendar for a list of Leaving Certificate* subject requirements. |
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| CK102 | Social Science | 3 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
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| CK104 | Arts-Music | 3 or 4 | Places will be allocated on the basis of a combination of the following: MSE results and the UCC Music Entrance Test, which includes an essay on a music topic, usually held in late April/early May. |
Music Entrance Test | |
| CK105 | Film and Screen Media | 3 or 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
May Require Interview | |
| CK108 | Arts International | 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
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| CK109 | English | 3 or 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
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| CK110 | World Languages | 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. There are certain requirements for some first-year subjects. Please see The College Calendar and check 'General' and 'Points to Note' in the UCC calendar for a list of Leaving Certificate* subject requirements. Evidence of language learning ability. |
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| CK111 | Early Years and Childhood Studies | 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
Garda Vetting + May Require Interview | |
| CK112 | Theatre and Performative Practices | 3 or 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
Interview/Workshop | |
| CK113 | Criminology | 3 or 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
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| CK114 | Social Science (Youth and Community Work) | 3 | Evidence of at least one year or an equivalent of experience, either paid or voluntary, in the Youth, Community or Voluntary Sector; Evidence of academic potential. Knowledge of Social Issues and Youth and Community Work and a readiness to undertake professional training in Youth and Community Work. QQI FET Level 5/6 awards listed for CK114 Youth and Community Work will be accepted subject to the following:
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MSE | Garda Vetting + Interview |
| CK115 | Social Work | 4 | Knowledge of Social Issues and Social Work. A readiness to undertake professional training in Social Work and evidence of academic potential. |
Garda Vetting + Interview | |
| CK118 | Digital Humanities and Information Technology | 3 or 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
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| CK120 | Applied Psychology | 3 or 4 | Candidates are expected to show concrete evidence of commitment to psychology as a discipline and ability to cope with the scientific content of the programme. Candidates are strongly encouraged to undertake an access course with a significant psychology component. The School of Applied Psychology does not endorse any particular course. |
Interview | |
| CK121 | Psychology and Computing | 3 or 4 | Candidates are expected to show concrete evidence of commitment to psychology as a discipline and ability to cope with the scientific content of the programme. Leaving Certificate* Maths and/or a background in Information Technology is recommended. Candidates are strongly encouraged to undertake an access course with a significant psychology component. The School of Applied Psychology does not endorse any particular course. |
Interview | |
| CK122 | Government and Political Science | 4 | Candidates must have an interest in current affairs/politics. |
Interview | |
| CK123 | Anthropology | 3 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
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| CK124 | Education-Gaeilge | 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
Garda Vetting + Interview through Irish** | |
| CK125 | Physical Education, Sports Studies and Arts | 4 | Candidates are assessed based on education, life and/or relevant work experience as demonstrated in the CAO Application and Statement of Interest. |
Garda Vetting + Interview |
* Students may also provide the equivalent of a Leaving Certificate exam (e.g. A-Levels or International Baccalaureate). For further information please see the EU/EFTA/UK Applicants page.
** The Interview in Irish will consist of a conversation with staff to establish that the applicant is competent in Irish to a level sufficient to understand lectures, to partake in continuous assessment, and to undergo written examinations in Irish.