University College Cork
University College Cork (UCC; Irish: Col�iste na hOllscoile Corcaigh) is a constituent university of the National University of Ireland, located in Cork, Ireland. Founded in 1845 as one of three Queen's Colleges located in Belfast, Cork, and Galway, it became University College, Cork, under the Irish Universities Act 1908. The university is one of Ireland's leading research institutions and has a strong reputation for teaching and learning.
History[edit | edit source]
The university was established in 1845 as Queen's College, Cork, and opened its doors to students in 1849. It was part of the Queen's University of Ireland, which was established to provide higher education to Catholics and Presbyterians who were excluded from Trinity College Dublin. In 1908, it became University College Cork under the Irish Universities Act, and in 1997, it was renamed University College Cork National University of Ireland, Cork.
Campus[edit | edit source]
The main campus is located in a picturesque setting along the banks of the River Lee in Cork city. The campus is known for its beautiful quadrangle, which is a popular spot for students and visitors. The university has expanded over the years and now includes modern facilities such as the Glucksman Gallery, the Tyndall National Institute, and the Western Gateway Building.
Academics[edit | edit source]
UCC offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across its four colleges: the College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences; the College of Business and Law; the College of Medicine and Health; and the College of Science, Engineering and Food Science. The university is known for its research output and has been recognized for its work in areas such as food science, nanotechnology, and environmental research.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
UCC has produced many notable alumni, including:
- George Boole, mathematician and logician, known for Boolean algebra.
- Jack Lynch, former Taoiseach of Ireland.
- Fiona Shaw, actress known for her work in theatre and film.
- Declan Kidney, rugby coach who led Ireland to a Grand Slam in 2009.
Related pages[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- "University College Cork." UCC.ie. Accessed October 2023. [1]
- "History of UCC." UCC.ie. Accessed October 2023. [2]
Gallery[edit | edit source]
Main entrance to UCC
University College Cork logo
Aerial view of UCC campus
The Quadrangle at UCC
Students' Centre
The Glucksman Gallery
Charles Donovan, notable figure associated with UCC
Jack Lynch, former Taoiseach and UCC alumnus
Fiona Shaw, actress and UCC alumna
Declan Kidney, rugby coach and UCC alumnus
George Boole, mathematician and UCC professor
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