The course will provide you with a firm foundation on which to build an understanding of the visual culture and physical environment of modern-day Ireland, set within both its European and wider global contexts.

Chinese Studies combines the study of Chinese language with various disciplines to develop your interest in and knowledge of the history, culture, economy, politics, religion and philosophy of China. It will provide you with exciting opportunities in study, research and careers. 

Politics is built around three pillars with contributions from the Department of Government, the School of History, and the Department of Philosophy.

Over the course of the degree, you can participate in field trips to Irish and international political institutions, contribute to national policy analysis by making submissions to policy reviews, publish your work in the student online journal Government and Politics Review and attend and speak at a wide range of conferences organised by staff across the course. 

Asian studies involves the study of the political, economic, societal and cultural factors and ideas shaping international politics, economy and culture in East Asia. This will prepare you for a career in foreign relations and global policy, or with Asia-Pacific oriented multinational corporations and international organisations

Portuguese at UCC allows you to study the language and culture of Portugal and of the Portuguese-speaking world (Lusofonia) through literature, art, theatre, film, music, history and media.

Sa chúrsa seo pléitear beagnach gach gné de shaol agus de bheatha an duine ón ealaíon go dtí an rámhainn, ón saol seo go dtí an saol eile. Cuirfear scéalta, seanchas, nósanna, deasghnátha, féiltí, creideamh, piseoga, teicneolaíocht agus tithíocht na muintire i do láthair ar shlí shuimiúil spreagúil thuisceanach.

This course teaches ancient classical Greek to those with no previous experience of the language until the point where they can read texts in classical Greek with the assistance of a dictionary.

As well as acquiring the oral and written skills essential to any language degree, students who choose Gaeilge/Irish as part of their Arts programme will enjoy unique cultural enrichment. You will develop informed opinions on Irish life and civilisation through an acquaintance with the various sources of information on our heritage and a familiarity with Irish literature from early times to the present.

Studies in Music is a broad introduction to the study of music as part of human society; it makes available Modules about music from all over the world and in many periods of history.

The course embraces historical, sociological, ethnographic, political and educational approaches, among others, and will enable you to develop your knowledge in key areas of modern music studies.

Advanced Beauty Therapy Level 6 offers students relevant qualifications in a progressing industry. Students will achieve ITEC Diplomas in various disciplines, CIDESCO as well as the internationally recognised qualifications. Students who are interested in post graduate qualifications and CPD may also apply.

Would you like to further your career within the Beauty Industry? Do you want to take your current qualifications and bring them to the highest industry standards? The Advanced Beauty Therapies Course will provide you with first class training using state-of-the-art equipment and skin care products that are widely recognised within the industry.

You will gain the theory and practical skills to study for high level qualifications including IPL/Laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, microdermabrasion, micro needling and microcurrent. You will also study for the highly sought after and prestigious CIDESCO Diploma in Beauty Therapy which includes body and spa treatments.

You will be able to apply for the Erasmus+ Programme.

Individuals who seek to progress you career to higher level roles in the Beauty Industry, then the Professional Diploma in Beauty Therapy will support your ambitions.

You learn highly specialised skills in all aspects of Beauty Treatments, including laser, micro-dermabrasion and intense pulsed light treatments. There is an intensive focus on high level professional practice which will set-up you for a senior level role in the Beauty Treatments industry.

The Beauty Therapy - CIDESCO course is tailored for students who have completed Year 1 certification in CIBTAC and QQI and seek to enchance their practical skills and knowledge. The primary objective is to enable students to attain CIDESCO certification as a beauty therapists and body therapists empowering them to pursue employment opportunities or establish their own beauty therapy businesses.

Start your journey to a career in Accounting and Finance and gain a top internationally industry-recognised qualification.

The aim of this certified course is to equip the learners with the skills and knowledge required to design and build a garden. On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded with a 20 credit QQI level 4 Special Purpose Award in Construction Groundwork Skills.

Equip communications cabling personnel with the requisite skills and knowledge to prepare the groundwork required for fibre optic and copper communications networks installation.

If you would like to develop essential skills in construction to join a high demand sector in preparing groundworks for installation of fibre optic broadband.

The Chef de Partie Apprenticeship programme is a collaboration between industry and academic professionals so you will learn the skills, knowledge and behaviours necessary for a successful career that will take you anywhere in the world.

The apprenticeships combines classroom training with hands-on practical skills development in the workplace. You follow a structured path of learning to build your knowledge and skills from a basic to advanced level. Your work-based mentor will monitor and help you progress through the apprenticeship and you will learn how your college based learning links to your everyday working environment.

The apprenticeships are ‘earn and learn’ degree programmes that combine on-the-job training with academic study in an Institute of Technology. The lead industry partner for this apprenticeship is the Restaurants Association of Ireland.

This is a course for people with intellectual disabilities.

The Certificate in Disability-Inclusive Practice is for students who have already completed the Certificate in Contemporary Living, or the Certificate in Social Citizenship, or another equivalent programme.

The course aims to develop students’ presentation, communication and self-advocacy skills. Students will learn to:

• Deliver training on disability-inclusive practices in education and professional settings
• Review and respond to policies for disability inclusion
• Audit spaces for the physical, social and cultural inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

A work placement is an important part of the course.