15 Master's degrees offered by the university

The primary aim of our Mathematical Modelling and Machine Learning programme at University College Cork is to provide you with training in the use and development of modern numerical methods and machine-learning software. 

Our NEW MSc Microbiome Science, designed by the School of Microbiology at University College Cork (UCC), has been developed to meet the demands of academia and industry in the field of microbiome science.

This two-year distance learning course in Pharmaceutical Technology and Quality Systems at University College Cork is aimed at graduates who currently work within the pharmaceutical industry who wish to fulfil the EU educational requirements for Qualified Person status. 

The Human Anatomy degree delivered by the University College Cork is designed to reinforce and advance the anatomical knowledge and dissection skills of the participants. Core modules cover different anatomical sciences such as gross anatomy, neuroanatomy and human embryology and elective modules are designed to accommodate students with different interests

This Plant Biology master diploma offered by University College Cork is for highly motivated, enthusiastic students interested in research in this area.

The Analysis of Pharmaceutical Compounds course at University College Cork is designed to provide advanced knowledge and hands-on training in modern analytical instrumental techniques.

This Biochemistry and Biosciences degree offered by the University College Cork is the first scientific, research-intensive MRes course of its kind in Ireland. 

The Bioinformatics and Computational Biology course delivered by the University College Cork is a one-year full-time (or two years part-time) taught masters course commencing in September.

This Analytical Chemistry degree delivered by the University College Cork is designed to give participants a thorough training in the theory and practice of modern analytical techniques, with special regard to solving problems such as arise in various areas of Irish industry.

The MSc in Chemistry - Analytical Chemistry is a one year course from University College Cork designed to provide advanced knowledge and hands-on training in modern analytical instrumental techniques.

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.

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 Food Microbiology course University College Cork covers the breadth of classical and modern food microbiology, including food safety and spoilage; food fermentation; food biotechnology; hygienic production of food; the impact of diet on health; the molecular mechanisms of infectious microbes and the role of the gut microbiota in human health.

The Marine Biology course delivered by the University College Cork aims to train graduates in multiple areas of marine biology and includes the acquisition of necessary field skills in sea survival, powerboat handling and marine radio.

This Marine Biology degree delivered by the University College Cork is a six month part-time programme running from September to March for graduates from non-biological or environmental disciplines unable to meet the entry requirements for direct entry onto the MSc in Marine Biology programme.