The National University of Ireland, University College Cork is accredited by the National University of Ireland, a federal University.
University College Cork
Founded in 1845, The National University of Ireland, University College Cork (UCC) is one of the oldest universities in Ireland and serves 14,500 undergraduate students. UCC is Ireland's leading researching institute and was named Irish University of Year for 2003-2004. Conveniently located near the heart of the city, the University College Cork campus is surrounded in a riverside garden setting and complemented by a blend of early and modern architecture.
University College Cork welcomes over 2,000 students a year to work side by side with Irish students in courses from its eight faculties: Liberal Arts, Law, Commerce, Celtic Studies, Science, Food Science and Technology, Engineering and Medicine. In addition to selecting courses from these academic fields, you have the option of participating in the University College Cork's Early Start program, earning credits for month-long intensive courses offered prior to the commencement of the Fall semester. Early Start Programs are offered in the disciplines of Archaeology, History and Modern Ireland, Literature and Irish Ecosystems.
Enjoy all the benefits of being a University College Cork student. In addition to services including access to university clubs and societies, computer labs and campus sporting facilities, the university's International Education Office assists you with academic advising and adjusting to student life in Ireland. These services in combination with intimate class size and caring staff at University College Cork provide the perfect atmosphere for you to study, socialize and discover Ireland.
Classroom Information
- International faculty from University College Cork will teach your electives.
- Periodic exams, homework assignments and final exams will be administered.
- Attendance in some classes is mandatory and monitored by professors.
- Teaching styles in Ireland can be very different from those found in the US or Canada. Be prepared to adapt to the different classroom structures and coursework expectations for your school.
- Class size ranges between 15 and 30 students for upper division courses, and between 50 and 300 students for lectures.
- You will be in class with CEA participants, other international students and Irish students.
Grading
American students will find that they will not have the same system of accountability that they are used to at their home universities. Irish professors assume that you are there to learn and they typically do not take responsibility for your learning. You are responsible for knowing the subject matter and researching topics related to your course. In addition, many Irish professors will not give feedback about how you are doing. Grades are usually based on a final exam, paper or oral presentation. Quizzes, homework assignments and midterms are rare. Just because homework is not assigned to you, do not assume that you will not be responsible for knowing the material at the end of the semester.
The University College Cork grades on a 100 point scale with 70+ equalling an "A+". Please keep in mind that it is not very common for a student to score above a 70.
| Letter Grade |
Grade % |
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70+
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A
|
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65 - 60
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A-
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60 - 64
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B+
|
|
55 - 59
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B
|
|
50 - 54
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B-
|
|
45 - 49
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C+
|
|
40 - 44
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C
|
|
35 - 39
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C-
|
|
30 - 34
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D
|
|
0 - 30
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F
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