208 Master's degrees offered by the university

This Industrial Pharmaceutics degree course from University College Cork is a unique research programme that develops the critical skills required to work in the pharma and biopharma manufacturing industry in Ireland. The programme will develop competency in the design of experiments, data analysis, process development and analytical method development.

The Museum Studies course delivered by the University College Cork will enable you to develop your knowledge and understanding of the history, theory, and practice of museums, and will prepare you for future employment in this sector. It will also support the museum profession through entry-level training and continuing professional development of existing staff.

The Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (Online) degree delivered by the University College Cork is a new programme designed to provide diagnostic radiographers, radiation therapists, and allied health professionals with the post-registration knowledge and skills to embark on specialist practice.

The aim of the Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (for third level teachers) (Online) programme at University College Cork Online is to provide staff in higher and further education with the opportunity to develop and professionalise their teaching practice to enhance learning, while gaining an internationally recognised postgraduate qualification in Teaching and Learning.

This Health and Wellbeing degree at University College Cork is delivered jointly by University College Cork (the co-ordinating institution) and Munster Technological University (MTU) in Cork. The Postgraduate Diploma is part of a new suite of Health & Wellbeing programmes, and also includes the Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, and the MSc in Health and Wellbeing.

This Nursing Studies (Direct Entry Year 2) degree course delivered at University College Cork is aimed at enabling busy practitioners to take a leadership role in clinical practice in an increasingly complex healthcare environment by facilitating professional and scholarly development.

This Geological Sciences master degree from University College Cork is for highly motivated, enthusiastic students with a research interest in Geological Sciences. This MRes allows you to pursue research study in an area of your choosing under the direction of internationally recognised research in the School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences at University College Cork.

The Midwifery degree delivered by the University College Cork is a taught programme for midwives running over two years from the date of first registration. This programme is for registered midwives only. 

The History course delivered by the University College Cork is a comprehensive programme that is exceptionally flexible and customisable. It offers a work placement, explores public history, and grants the freedom to choose between four specialist streams: Medieval and Renaissance, History, Media and History, Modern Ireland, European and International History.

The Applied Coastal and Marine Management degree delivered by the University College Cork is a dynamic, interdisciplinary programme that equips students with the scientific knowledge, technical expertise, and policy insight needed to lead in the sustainable management of coastal and marine environments. 

This Advanced Practice (Nursing or Midwifery) course offered by University College Cork is designed to prepare nurses and midwives to practice at a higher level of capability in independent, autonomous, and expert practice, that is innovative, flexible, and patient-centred.

The Translation Studies degree delivered by the University College Cork offers an introduction to contemporary translation theory and practice, with seminars and hands-on workshops focused on developing general and language-specific translation and intercultural communication skills.

The Physiotherapy degree delivered by the University College Cork is an accelerated pre-registration programme for students with a relevant primary degree in a subject other than physiotherapy. The programme uses the learning and teaching methods that best supports students to develop the knowledge, skills and professional attributes commensurate with physiotherapy practice.

The objective of the Finance (Corporate Finance) course delivered by the University College Cork is to produce graduates who can contribute immediately in the corporate finance industry. As a participant in the course, you will focus on developing your analytical and professional skills, culminating in either a corporate finance project or a corporate internship.

The Law Degree at University College Cork provides students with the opportunity to pursue a dissertation in their area of interest under the supervision of dedicated and experienced lecturers. 

The Business Economics course delivered by the University College Cork is an integrated course applying economics to the business environment. Designed in consultation with leaders from the business community and public sector organisations, this unique course equips you with the key skills for career development in the ever-changing business world.

This Industrial Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing programme at University College Cork will equip you with the knowledge and skills for careers in industrial biotechnology, engineering biology, biomanufacturing, biorefinery, and bio-economy sectors.

The Film and Screen Media degree delivered by the University College Cork combines film studies in theory, analysis, history, and practice, with an emphasis on encouraging students’ academic skills and creativity (in critical writing; filmmaking; film/media journalism; and cultural administration). 

The Spanish degree delivered by the University College Cork is aimed at graduates who may want to be considered for a master’s course in the area of Hispanic studies subsequently (but do not have an honours degree in the field) or who may want to add the subject of the Higher Diploma in Arts to their qualifications.

This Paediatrics and Child Health (Online) degree course from University College Cork is the first of three courses providing postgraduate training in Paediatrics and Child Health at University College Cork (UCC).