With a stunning campus that combines a gothic revival style main Quadrangle building with modern student amenities, classroom buildings and laboratories, the University College Cork (UCC) provides an excellent example of the contrasts which exist in modern Ireland. You’ll be inspired by the history, beauty, and culture of the city of Cork with its hilly streets and the river Lee splitting in two channels and placing the city center on an island. An extensive process of revitalization is currently taking place in Cork which was designated to be the European City of Culture in 2005.
An Arcadia program isn't just about enrolling you in an overseas institution, however. It's about all of the services that we provide. We encourage you to contact your program manager for advice on the application process, choosing courses, or simply what you should pack. Once you arrive in Ireland, our resident director will lead an orientation program in Dublin that will introduce you to the culture, history and politics of Ireland as well as preparing you for the academic challenges of studying in a different educational system.
During the semester, you can expect to participate in excursions that are designed to allow you to reflect on the learning that is taking place outside the classroom and help you find ways to make the most of your time abroad.
Courses may be selected among various departments. You will earn the following hours of credit.
• Early start program: 4 credits.
• Fall and spring semester: 12-15 credits.
• Academic year: 30-33 credits.
GPA Requirements: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
You must be in good academic standing and not on disciplinary probation. You need to submit a complete application including a transcript, letter of recommendation, and an advisor's form before your application will be considered.
