Master in Accounting

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until Mar 1, 2027; tuition comes to 18,982 USD per year.

The Master in Accounting is a one-year full-time course for students who want to become professional accountants. This Master's degree helps students gain exemptions from professional accounting exams and develop skills in financial reporting, management accounting, and auditing.

The curriculum includes modules such as Financial Reporting for Groups, Management Accounting, and Auditing, Assurance, and Professional Ethics. Students also develop research skills through a 30-credit research report. The course covers technical materials and emerging issues in accounting and finance.

Graduates can pursue careers as Accountants, Auditors, Financial Analysts, Management Accountants, or Tax Consultants. They can work in accounting firms, financial institutions, or industry, and can also qualify for exemptions from professional accounting exams, such as the Chartered Accountants Ireland exam.

University College Cork is a respected research university in the heart of Cork, Ireland, with a history dating back to the mid 19th century. UCC combines a scenic campus with modern academic facilities and a welcoming student community. The university offers a broad range of programs across arts, sciences, business, engineering, medicine and law, and places strong emphasis on critical thinking, creativity and a supportive learning environment.

UCC provides a vibrant academic experience with research led teaching, industry links and opportunities for international mobility. Students benefit from a diverse campus culture and dedicated services for international learners including orientation programs, academic support and career services. State of the art laboratories, studios and libraries support hands on learning while interdisciplinary initiatives encourage collaboration across faculties and real world problem solving.

Life in Cork is lively and student oriented, with cultural events, music, and outdoor activities close to the campus. International students find the city easy to navigate and well connected to broader Ireland and Europe. UCC fosters employability through internships, student placements and industry partnerships, helping graduates transition into careers. For prospective international students who value a strong academic reputation, an inclusive campus community and a friendly urban setting, University College Cork is an engaging choice.