Orientation and Welcome Programmes

Orientation information

The Orientation programme will address the academic, general, practical and social aspects of campus life. You will learn about the support services available to all students, take an in-depth tour of campus, meet with your academic staff and be informed of what will be required in your programme of study. You will hear about the many Clubs and Societies active on campus, and, finally, have an opportunity to get to know your fellow classmates during the social events sponsored by the Students’ Union.

Select your student type to see your orientation details:

Undergraduate Student

Taught Postgraduate Student

Visiting Student

Incoming Erasmus Student

The Welcome Programme is organised by the International Office for newly arrived international students. It is specifically designed to help with the initial adjustment to living in Cork and studying at UCC. The programme is full of events and activities providing a great opportunity to make new friends- both with Irish students and other international students. The range of activities includes a familiarisation tour of UCC campus, a practical walking tour of Cork city, cinema, day trips, as well as Irish music and Irish dancing.

Participation is free of charge in most cases, however, there is a limited number of places for some events, such as day trips, and they book out quickly.

International Office Welcome Programme Schedule - September 2025 will be announced shortly!

International Office

Oifig Idirnáisiúnta

Roseleigh, Western Road, Cork, T12 R229

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