Based on a total estimated cost of €61,500 over 3 years, English at University College Cork has a 5-year ROI of 95.1%, with graduates earning around €37,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (CK109) was 366 (2025).
English graduates from University College Cork report a graduate employment rate of around 63%, moderate career progression.
Typical roles after graduating
- Editor
- Content Writer
Common employers for English graduates include Publishing, Media.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. English graduates from University College Cork start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 30% less than the national average.
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