Postgraduate Accommodation Information Session

Postgraduate Accommodation Webinar & Q&A – April 2025 For incoming 2025/26 postgraduate students

Planning your move to Cork for postgraduate study? We’ve got you covered. Watch our Postgraduate Accommodation Information Session, hosted by Kate Moriarty, Accommodation & Community Life Officer, and Ruth O'Mahony, International Student Support Officer at University College Cork.

The first webinar (recorded on 1st April 2025) provides an overview of accommodation options for postgraduate students, including university residences, private rentals, application timelines, and practical tips for your move.

In the follow-up Q&A session (recorded on 9th April 2025), Kate and Ruth answer the most frequently asked questions from incoming students, covering everything from budgeting and location to support services and settling in.

Watch both sessions below to help you feel more prepared and confident as you plan your year in Cork.

If you are an incoming international student, check out the fantastic International Student Support Page, with Ruth;

International Student Support

Student Apartment Complexes

UCC Campus Accommodation 

Campus Accommodation, owned by UCC, is available to all UCC students and applicants. There are six apartment complexes to choose from: the Crow's Nest, Castlewhite, University Hall, Mardyke Hall, Victoria Lodge and Victoria Mills. You will find more information on the Campus Accommodation website, including pricing and application details.

The application window for the 2024/25 academic year will open on 13th February 2024 and close on the 12th March 2024.

Privately Owned Student Apartment Complexes   

There are several privately owned student apartment complexes operating in Cork City and close to the University campus which house a significant number of our students. You should begin contacting them immediately to enquire about availability for the coming academic year. 

They vary in cost and their proximity to the campus so it is best to research all the available options before making a decision. 

Even if you are unable to book a room at this time, it is still a good idea to keep contacting these complexes to access any possible cancellations. 

You should familiarise yourself with the list of privately owned apartment complexes operating near UCC.

House shares

House shares can be found through a number of sources, such as UCC StudentPad, the UCC Accommodation Search Facebook page and Daft.ie. These properties become available throughout the year but mostly from April onwards. Once available, they will not last long. Be prepared to travel to Cork to secure accommodation at short notice. Do not pay a deposit or rent without seeing the property. Only rent the property if you feel that it is safe and affordable.

Digs (owner occupied rentals)

Owner occupied rentals, also known as digs, can be found throughout the year but, like most accommodation, they can be hard to find around the start of the academic year. If you are interested in this type of accommodation it is best to search during the summer months. Digs can be found through various websites such as UCC StudentPad and Daft.ie.

It is important to note that renting in owner occupied accommodation is a licensee arrangement and the normal tenancy rights do not apply. With that in mind, it is important that you set clearly defined terms in writing before entering into this kind of agreement. If you find something suitable it is very important that you view it in person and meet with the homeowner before making a financial commitment. You should take the time to familiarise yourself with your rights and responsibilities in these agreements.

Short Term Accommodation

Should you be unable to secure accommodation in time for your arrival, there are a number of short term options you should consider. These include, hostels, guest houses and short term sublets.   

Please feel free to contact us on resservices@ucc.ie for further assistance.