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MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management)

University College Cork · Cork, Ireland · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 23 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

1 year (full time)

Tuition / year

€21,914 (≈ ₹23.2 lakh)

Intakes

September 2027

Course overview

MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management) is a postgraduate (master's) course in finance & accounting at University College Cork in Cork, Ireland. It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in September 2027.

University College Cork is a public institution, ranked 220 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityUniversity College Cork (Public)
LocationCork, Ireland
CourseMSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management)
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaFinance & Accounting
Duration1 year (full time)
Tuition per year€21,914 (≈ ₹23.2 lakh)
IntakesSeptember 2027
English requirementSee course page

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is €21,914 a year, about ₹23.2 lakh.

2027/28 international fee

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn EURApprox. in rupees
Money you must show for living costs (visa)Minimum set by Irish immigration, on top of tuition€10,000per year≈ ₹10.6 lakh

Living costs for Ireland as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at University College Cork for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Master's courses ask for a relevant bachelor's degree, often with around 60–70% or more; many accept three-year Indian degrees. Check the course page.
  • Several business and science MSc courses have separate versions open only to non-EU applicants, such as Business Analytics and Biotechnology.

English requirements

For this course: See course page.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS AcademicTypically around 6.5 overall for master's study in Ireland; UCC sets the exact score on each course page.
Other testsUCC lists accepted tests and equivalent scores on its English language requirements page.

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Intakes

This course starts in: September 2027.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Ireland

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Ireland, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Degree transcripts and certificate
  • Statement of purpose
  • English test score
  • References

Scholarships

  • Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES)

    Master's, postgraduate diploma or PhD

    Value: €10,000 stipend plus a full tuition fee waiver for one year

    Non-EU students with an offer from an Irish institution. The next call is expected early in 2027.

    Official page
  • UCC international scholarships

    Undergraduate and postgraduate

    Value: Varies by award

    UCC offers merit scholarships to non-EU students; check the current list and deadlines with UCC's international office.

    Official page
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About University College Cork

University College Cork was founded in 1845 as Queen's College Cork and opened in 1849. The mathematician George Boole, whose logic underpins modern computing, was its first professor of mathematics. Its main campus, with a Gothic Revival quadrangle, sits beside the River Lee in Ireland's second city.

UCC is strong in food science, pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sciences, business and law. Cork is home to a large cluster of pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers, which gives graduates in these fields good local employers.

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FAQs

What is the fee for MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management) at University College Cork?

The tuition for international students is €21,914 a year (about ₹23.2 lakh). 2027/28 international fee. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management)?

The course takes 1 year (full time).

What English score do I need?

See course page. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September 2027. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 23 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. University College Cork: MSc Finance (Banking and Risk Management) (opens in a new tab)
  2. UCC: Postgraduate EU and international fees 2027/28 (opens in a new tab)
  3. UCC: fee schedules (opens in a new tab)
  4. UCC: postgraduate study (opens in a new tab)
  5. Higher Education Authority: Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (opens in a new tab)

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