University College Cork

Allergy and Clinical Immunology (Online) is a part-time, fully online postgraduate programme at University College Cork (UCC) designed for healthcare professionals who want to strengthen their clinical knowledge and practice in allergy and immunology.

The programme supports Continued Professional Development (CPD) and helps you apply evidence-based approaches to assessment, management, and patient education for people with allergic and immunological conditions.

• Level: Postgraduate (part of a 3-course pathway)
• Delivery: Fully online (part-time)
• Target applicants: Healthcare professionals and allied health practitioners
• Credits/Duration: Please refer to the programme website for the latest course duration and credit allocation
• Language of instruction: English
• Tuition fees: Please refer to the programme website for current fees
• Start dates: Please refer to the programme website for available intakes
• Application deadlines: Please refer to the programme website for the current application window

Programme Structure

The programme is delivered online and is designed to be completed alongside professional responsibilities. The curriculum is organised into three course components:

• Basics in Allergy and Immunology
• Allergy and Immunology Skills
• Allergy and Immunology Practice and Methods

Learning format (typical): online learning materials, guided study, and assessments aligned to clinical knowledge and applied practice. For the most up-to-date module dates, assessment types, and learning hours, please check the programme website.

Academic requirements

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Post-study work rights (Ireland): Graduates may be eligible to apply for a post-study work permission in Ireland, subject to meeting the relevant immigration criteria at the time of application.

• Eligibility: Typically requires successful completion of an eligible programme and compliance with Irish immigration rules during study.
• Duration: The length of the permission can vary depending on the programme level and the specific scheme in place when you apply. Check the most current guidance from the Irish immigration authorities.
• Timing: Applications are usually made after graduation and within the permitted timeframe.
• Important notes: Requirements may change, and additional conditions may apply (for example, evidence of completion, passport/registration status, and financial/administrative checks).

Next step: Confirm your eligibility and the expected duration using the official Irish immigration guidance and your university’s international student office.