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Welcome to Access UCC


Supporting alternative entry routes for our future students


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Your Journey with UCC Starts Here

Discover your path to UCC with the help of our Access team. We're here to answer your questions about entry routes, including HEAR and DARE, Mature Student, and QQI/FET admissions.

Our goal is to collaborate with stakeholders across the education landscape, including students, teachers, families, communities, and businesses, to increase opportunities for underrepresented groups to attend third-level education.

We understand that applying to university is a daunting process. If you are considering attending UCC, we are here to help you every step of the way. Please get in touch with our Access UCC team, who will happily meet with you and discuss your requirements.

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Register With Disability Support


Supporting students with disabilities within UCC


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Welcoming Employers to UCC


EmployAbility Career Mentoring Programme


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Let Us Help You Find What You’re Looking For

Explore the link boxes below to help you start your journey with us.

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HEAR Connection Day


Welcoming event designed to introduce you to student life at UCC


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Access UCC Volunteer Programme


Empowering students with our volunteering programme


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Our News and Upcoming Events

10 Apr 2025

Cork Access Network Business Breakfast

Access UCC was delighted to host Cork Access Network partners & stakeholders to the Aula Max for a breakfast meeting showcasing innovative approaches to promoting access to the workplace. Marking the last day of the Cork Lifelong Learning Festival and a really positive message of inclusion. 
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Happening On 04/04/2025
02 Apr 2025

Technology to Make Learning Easier - Cork Lifelong Learning Festival

Whether you're a Mature Student, in Further Education, in school or retired - all are welcome to this demonstration on using training videos, hands on demos, and free links to make reading, writing and studying easier! Book here: https://UCCAccessSe
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20 Dec 2024

National HEAR and DARE Clinic – Cork Venue – 11th January 2025

The National DARE / HEAR Information Clinic takes place on Saturday 11th January with UCC hosting the Cork Clinic in the Devere Hall, part of the Student Centre on Main Campus. The clinic runs from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and no booking is required.  All students, parents and guardians are welcome to attend and meet with Access UCC and MTU Access staff who are available to provide advice around the guidelines for applying for HEAR / DARE.
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20 Dec 2024

National HEAR and DARE Clinic – Cork Venue – 11th January 2025

The National DARE / HEAR Information Clinic takes place on Saturday 11th January with UCC hosting the Cork Clinic in the Devere Hall, part of the Student Centre on Main Campus. The clinic runs from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and no booking is required.  All students, parents and guardians are welcome to attend and meet with Access UCC and MTU Access staff who are available to provide advice around the guidelines for applying for HEAR / DARE.
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Our Journey Into Digital Inclusion

Hear from some of UCC’s staff and students as they talk about their experience with digital inclusion.

The importance of added flexibility and self-paced learning

Daisy (Student)

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Providing a safe environment to put students at ease.

Dr. Mohammed Adbulla

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Finding balance with college and home life.

Lynsey (Student)

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I am delighted to sponsor this exciting and innovative inclusive education project. It provides an excellent opportunity to embed digital inclusion in everything we do as a University.

Prof. Stephen Byrne
Deputy President and Register

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Help students find belonging in the online experience.

Dr.Ciara Staunton

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Having the ability to listen back to recorded lectures.

Michelle (Student)

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Providing accessible resources on Canvas

Jamie (Student)

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