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If you present the Irish Leaving Certificate you need to present six recognised subjects, selected according to course requirements, you must obtain a minimum grade H5 in two subjects and minimum grade O6...

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If you present the Irish Leaving Certificate you need to present six recognised subjects, selected according to course requirements, you must obtain a minimum grade H5 in two subjects and minimum grade O6/ H7 in the remaining four subjects, in order to meet matriculation requirements. For all courses in UCC this must include Irish (unless exempt) and English. To compete for a place on a programme, you must meet the minimum entry requirements as well as any specific/additional requirements, and then compete based on results obtained, e.g. points. You can combine results achieved in different sittings for the purpose of meeting the minimum entry requirements for programmes (except for Medicine, CK701). However, results achieved in separate years may not be combined for the purpose of scoring points. You will compete based on a points scheme.

THIRD LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
A third language is a requirement for all programmes with the exception of Science, Engineering and Food Science, Nursing programmes and the BSc Medical and Health Sciences.

ACCEPTABLE SUBJECTS
All subjects of the current Leaving Certificate examination are accepted for matriculation purposes, with the following exceptions:

Gaeilge–Bonnleibhéal (Irish, Foundation Level) will not be accepted for matriculation or points purposes.

Mathematics (Ordinary Alternative/Foundation Level) will be accepted for matriculation purposes, but not as a substitute for the subject Mathematics in programmes for which the subject Mathematics is currently an entry requirement. Neither will a score be awarded for a grade in this subject.

The combining of the following subjects is not permitted:

Physics with Chemistry (joint) may not be presented with either Physics or Chemistry

Only two of History, Economic History and Economics may be presented

Agricultural Economics may not be presented with Economics

Classical Studies may not be presented with Latin or Greek.

The following subjects in the Irish Leaving Certificate are recognised laboratory science subjects:

Agricultural Science
Biology
Chemistry
Physics and Chemistry (joint)
Physics.

For CK600 Engineering, Technology may be accepted in lieu of a Laboratory Science subject.

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QQI FE

We are committed to providing entry to the first year of many of our degree programmes to students who have been awarded recognised QQI (FET/ FETAC) Level 5 and Level 6 qualifications. There are appro...

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QQI FE

We are committed to providing entry to the first year of many of our degree programmes to students who have been awarded recognised QQI (FET/ FETAC) Level 5 and Level 6 qualifications. There are approximately 300 places available across all our undergraduate programmes open to entrants through this route. The way to apply is via the www.cao.ie portal. Entry to degree programmes is available on a competitive basis to recognised QQI award holders. The CAO system counts the best eight modules from a full Level 5/6 Award. The scores from these eight modules, taken at a single sitting, are added up to give a tally which is used to rank students and reserved places are then offered in order of merit. Please visit the Student Resources section called QQI FET/FETAC qualifications on the CAO website for details of the scoring scheme.

You can also find more information on our pages at www.ucc.ie/qqi

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To be eligible to compete for a place as a mature student, you must be 23 years of age on or before 1 January 2023 and apply via www.cao.ie by 1 February. Please check out the CAO website for more informatio...

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To be eligible to compete for a place as a mature student, you must be 23 years of age on or before 1 January 2023 and apply via www.cao.ie by 1 February. Please check out the CAO website for more information on the application process as a mature student. Some programmes require specific tests e.g MSAP and others have specific educational requirements so it is essential that you check the UCC Mature Student Office website www.ucc.ie/en/mature or contact our Mature Student Advisor for further details at mso@ucc.ie.

If you are a mature applicant, please note that you can also apply to UCC based on Leaving Certificate (LC) or QQI FE results. You may apply under all three pathways, if applicable (LC, QQI FE, Mature). Just ensure to tick boxes 1, 2 & 8, on the Qualifications and Assessment Summary section on the CAO application form, to be assessed under all three pathways.

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Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20 January 2023 at 5pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1 February 2023 at 5pm

Late online application - restrictions apply (see page 3 2023 CAO Hand...

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Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20 January 2023 at 5pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1 February 2023 at 5pm

Late online application - restrictions apply (see page 3 2023 CAO Handbook): Fee: €60 Closing Date: 1 May 2023 at 5pm

Change of Mind - restrictions apply (see page 3 2023 CAO Handbook): Fee: Nil Closing Date: 1 July 2023 at 5pm

Exceptional online late application (see page 31 of the 2023 CAO Handbook): Fee €60 Closing Date: 22 July 2023 at 5pm

Be sure to complete any action well in advance of closing dates. You should avoid making an application close to a closing date. No extensions to closing dates will be allowed and all application fees are non-refundable.

LATE APPLICATIONS
Late Applications are those which are received after 5pm on 1 February 2023. The closing date for late applications is 5pm on 1 May 2023, subject to the restrictions listed on page 3 of the 2023 CAO Handbook. The online facility for late applications opens on the 6 March 2023 at 12:00 noon - a fee of €60 applies.

Exceptional Late Applications (Exception to the timetable)
The exceptional closing date of 22 July at 5pm applies only to applicants who are registered as an undergraduate student on 1 May 2023 in any year in any one of the participating HEIs (subject to the exclusions listed below). In order to avail of the Exceptional Late Application facility you must have entered the HEI through the CAO system. This is an exceptional late closing date and all steps must be completed by 5pm on 22 July. No changes may be made after this date.

If you did not enter your current course through the CAO system, you must first contact the Admissions Office of the HEI to which you wish to apply and they will inform you if you may submit an application direct to the institution.

Exclusions:
You may submit a late application only for entry to courses other than your existing course. If you wish to repeat the year in the same course you must arrange this within your HEI.

Mary Immaculate College Limerick, Marino Institute of Education, Trinity College Dublin, University of Limerick, Maynooth University have special procedures in place in the case of current or previous students who wish to apply for entry to another course in the same HEI. Such applicants must contact their Admissions Office to determine the application procedure. However, if you are a student in another HEI and you wish to apply to any of these five HEIs, you should apply through CAO.

Refer to page 31 of the 2023 CAO Handbook on how to make an Exceptional Late Application.

Restrictions
As a CAO applicant you may experience one or more of the following restrictions based on your course choices, your category of application, or restrictions imposed by the HEIs that you wish to apply to. Please read the section on 'Restrictions' on page 3 of the 2023 CAO Handbook carefully. This section includes information on:

General Restrictions
1. Making a late application
2. Making changes to your course choices

Restricted Courses
3. Applying for a restricted course

Mature Applicants
4. Mature applicants

Supplementary Admissions Routes
5. Applying for DARE and/or HEAR

Expand+WHAT IS PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENCES?
Public Health professionals focus on preventing disease and promoting health in populations. The BSc Public Health Sciences programme will equip you with the wide range of knowledge and skills to become a 21st c...

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Public Health professionals focus on preventing disease and promoting health in populations. The BSc Public Health Sciences programme will equip you with the wide range of knowledge and skills to become a 21st century public health practitioner.

WHY UCC?
Our BSc Public Health Sciences degree is Ireland’s only undergraduate degree in public health. Our students study across the spectrum of health-related disciplines, which opens up a wide range of career opportunities, or further study, on graduation. Our School of Public Health is involved in major national research, including research on nutritional epidemiology; causes and prevention of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and coronary heart disease; tobacco control and health services research; and suicide epidemiology. Please see our School of Public Health research page for more information: www.ucc.ie/en/publichealth/research/.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU?
An interest in science subjects is important. If you would enjoy joining a community who hold the common goal of improving the health of individuals and society by promoting healthy lifestyles, preventing injuries and disease, and controlling infectious diseases, this course may be for you.

COURSE STRUCTURE
This degree programme offers an integrated learning experience in an interdisciplinary setting. We provide training in the range of skills involved in keeping people healthy and preventing disease, including: assessing the health and wellbeing of populations; investigating complex public health problems such as obesity and HIV/AIDS; assessing the health impact of policy at local, national, and global level; and communicating effectively with colleagues in public health and the wider health system, as well as with society at large. At the end of third year there is a 12-week work placement, which is an essential element of the course, and placement options are available for students across all public health practice areas, both in Ireland and abroad.

WORK PLACEMENT & STUDY ABROAD
The 12-week work placement at the end of third year provides you with the opportunity to experience the working world and apply the theory of Public Health Science to practice. Our department has built strong relationships with national and international organisations, including HSE public health departments, Safefood, Public Health England (PHE), and the World Health Organisation (WHO) in Copenhagen, all of which accept UCC students on placement. This work placement opens doors to future work opportunities with many employers recruiting graduates for positions in Ireland, elsewhere in Europe and in other economically developed, or developing, countries. A limited number of students may be permitted to undertake third year of their BSc Public Health Sciences studies abroad, at an approved institution.

Expand+FIRST YEAR MODULES
All modules are 5 credits unless otherwise stated.
CORE:
EH1004 Epidemiology I (10 credits),
EH1006 Perspectives on Public Health,
EH1007 Introduction to Health Information Systems (HIS),
EH1009 Determinants of Health...

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All modules are 5 credits unless otherwise stated.
CORE:
EH1004 Epidemiology I (10 credits),
EH1006 Perspectives on Public Health,
EH1007 Introduction to Health Information Systems (HIS),
EH1009 Determinants of Health,
EH1010 Introduction to Public Health,
EV2002 The Environment & Human Health,
MB1003 Microbiology in Society,
SC1011 Sociology of Health, Public Health & Health Promotion,
ST1002 Introduction to Health Statistics.

Plus 10 credits from the following:
ELECTIVES:
BC1001 Introduction to Biochemistry & the Biological Basis of Disease,
FE1013 Introduction to Development Studies I,
FR1105 Threshold French,
FR1107 French for Reading Purposes I,
GE0005 German Language (CEFR-Level A2.1),
GE0008 German Language (CEFR-Level A2.2),
GV1218 International Politics,
HS0028 Spanish Language (Beginner Level) (10 credits),
HS1009 Spanish Language (Post Leaving Cert) (10 credits),
MX1004 Introducing Medical Students to Irish as a Spoken Language,
MX1007 Special Study Module – Advanced Irish Language,
PL1025 Fundamentals of Physiology.

Expand+CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The Public Health Science degree opens up a range of career opportunities and graduates are currently employed in diverse public health roles and settings, including: data analysis and disease surveillance, health and nutri...

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The Public Health Science degree opens up a range of career opportunities and graduates are currently employed in diverse public health roles and settings, including: data analysis and disease surveillance, health and nutrition, health and safety, health communication, health promotion, international aid agencies, media and public relations, and public health research. A sample of employers for recent graduates includes: Bulmers, Eli Lilly, HSE, Laya Healthcare, Mater University Hospital, and UCC.

GRADUATE STUDY OPTIONS
As a graduate of this course, you can progress to completing a MSc or PhD and go into research. Research areas for our graduates include biostatistics, environmental health; epidemiology; health services; research; international/global health; maternal and child health; nutrition and dietetics; and occupational health and safety.