This degree provides a fundamental grounding in the relevant science disciplines. Our degree courses place a strong emphasis on practical components, including fieldwork and laboratory skills, which provide relevant hands-on experience.
Biological, Environmental and Geological Sciences
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Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeEUR 28,121 / year(s)
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
Biological, Environmental and Geological Sciences
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Disciplines
Science Engineering and Food Science
Requirements
Entry Requirements
Non-EU applicants are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate. In addition, where such applicants are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language.
To verify if you meet the minimum academic and language requirements visit our qualification comparison page and refer to our International Office page for more information.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 90
English Program Requirements
English Language Requirements (for Non-Irish EU applicants)
Teaching in Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) is normally through the medium of English; therefore all applicants are required to demonstrate a high level of competence in the English Language.
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of equivalent competence in English Language through their school leaving examination or matriculation examination or by achieving the minimum standard (there may be higher levels for matriculation and/or particular programmes in individual institutions) in a recognised English language test, as specified below (note applicants are assessed on the results of a single sitting only):
UCC Language Centre Pre-sessional Programmes
These programmes are available to assist students who:
- Have not achieved their required level of English for acceptance onto their undergraduate or postgraduate programme
- Feel they do not have the academic or general English language skills necessary to succeed at the University
Find out more about the Language Centre's Pre-Sessional Programmes.
Career
Graduate Study Options
For further information on further study options from each area of study, please see the information for the relevant degree programme.
Career Opportunities
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Fee Information
Tuition Fee
28,121 / year(s)
Biological, Environmental and Geological Sciences
University College Cork
Ireland, Cork