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CIT
International
Student
Handbook
2020-2021
1. Welcome
1.1 “Céad Míle Fáilte” WHY DO INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CHOOSE IRELAND AS A STUDY
DESTINATION?
A hundred thousand welcomes you to
Cork Institute of Technology, Cork • Leading Global Companies at their doorstep
• Entrepreneurial Society
and Ireland! • Internationally Recognised Qualifications
Ireland is a beautiful island to the north-west of continental Europe. It is 300 • Friendly, safe environment
miles long and 150 miles wide, making it the third-largest island in Europe • English Speaking
and the twentieth-largest island on Earth. It boasts stunning landscapes
providing the ultimate backdrop to any occasion. To its east is the larger We offer the full range of higher education qualifications, including Bachelor
island of Great Britain, from which it is separated by the Irish Sea. degrees, Honours Bachelor degrees, and post-graduate Masters and PhD
degrees. CIT has a very well developed 'ladder' structure to enable students to
English is the official language in Ireland, Irish (Gaelic or Gaeilge) is spoken progress through the different levels of qualifications.
in some areas mainly along the western coast known as the Gaeltacht.
CIT is one of the most highly rated higher education colleges in Ireland, both in
Cork is located in the South West-Region of Ireland and in the province of terms of facilities and in the great student-staff relations.
Munster, With a population of nearly 125,000, it is second largest city in the
state and third most populous on the island of Ireland. CIT courses cover Business, Engineering, Science, Computing, Humanities,
Media, Art, and Music. We have an enviable record of providing students with
Cork is small but lively with a vibrant heart. A medieval city that is one of the excellent employment opportunities and a firm basis for future career
best places to visit (according to Lonely Planet), Cork is a proud place that development.
has contributed hugely to the wider world; from art and science and to sport
and politics, you will become part of that contribution. With galleries and
museums, shopping and a lively nightlife, you will find yourself a local in no
time.
You don't have to go far to see the sea, climb a mountain or explore historic
ruins. From colourful coastal villages to busy market towns, the whole of
Ireland can be found in this county. We think Cork is the best place in Ireland
but we're sure you'll figure that out soon enough!
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1.2 A message from the Bishoptown Campus (Bishoptown, Cork)
President of CIT The Bishoptown campus, situated in the western suburbs
of Cork city, is the main centre. It is comprehensively
equipped with lecture rooms, laboratories, theatres,
A message
Dear Students, drawing studios, library, computer suites, open-access
computing centre, and research units. The student centre
It gives me great pleasure to introduce the International Student Handbook for includes a common room, café, shop, Students’ Union,
sport clubs, and societies. Recreational facilities include a
From the Vice President
2020/21, and to welcome you to CIT!
championship standard running track, tennis courts, all-
for External
in higher educationAffairs
With over 500 international students enrolled from over 50 different countries, weather pitch, an excellently appointed gymnasium, and
CIT’s excellence is recognised worldwide. For CIT, grass playing pitches.
Internationalisation is central to our ambitions, and I thank you for choosing us as
your study destination. CIT Crawford College of Art & Design (Cork City)
This self-contained College of CIT, located in Sharman
Knowledge and experience of international cultures and business environments is Crawford Street and on Grand Parade, is within walking
a key requirement for graduates in an increasingly internationalised world. In this distance of the city centre. Programmes on offer include Fine
context, the following strategy statement outlines CIT’s vision for Art, Contemporary Applied Art and Art Therapy. Facilities at
Internationalisation: the CCAD include lecture rooms, workshops, laborotories,
library, studios, and personal work-areas for students. The
To develop graduates as global citizens who have the necessary abilities and CCAD annual Degree Show is one of the highlights of the arts
confidence to live, work, achieve and participate fully in an international calendar in Cork.
environment.
CIT Cork School of Music (Cork City)
CIT’s International Office celebrates the great diversity of our student body, and
provides end-to-end support to both incoming and outgoing students embarking on The CSM is A constituent school of CIT located on Union
an international experience. I wish you every success in your studies in CIT, and I Quay, and within walking distance of the city centre.
have no doubt you will have a challenging, fun and rewarding experience! Programmes on offer include Music, Theatre & Drama, and
Popular Music at Degree, MA and PhD level.The CSM has
Dr Barry O’Connor many award winning bands, chamber music ensembles,
President choirs drama groups, and orchestras involved in extensive
national and international tours, broadcasting, and making
commercial recordings.
CIT's Mission
National Maritime College of Ireland (Ringaskiddy, Co.
Cork)
Located 18km from Cork city, in Ringaskiddy. the NMCI provides
training and education for the Merchant Marine and the non-
To provide student-centred education with a career focus for the military needs of the Irish Naval Service. Programmes on offer
benefit include Nautical Science and Marine Engineering. Specialist
of the personal, intellectual and professional development of the
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spaces include survival facilities, seamanship and shipwrights’
student and for the benefit of the whole of society. workshop, fire-fighting/damage control, jetty and lifeboat facilities
and engine room.
Contents 4. Pre-Departure 2.1 International Office
4.1 Plan your Trip 12
1. Welcome 4.2 Orientation 13
4.3 Immigration Documents 13
1.1 Cead Míle Fáilte 2 4.4 Application Documents 13
1.2 A message from the President 3
5. After Arrival
2. International 5.1 Registration & Orientation 14
5.2 Open Bank Account 14
2.1 International Office 4
5.3 Register with Immigration 14
2.2 Social Media 4 The International Office opening hours are: 10.00am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm
5.4 Working in Ireland 14
to 4.00pm.
3. Before you arrive 6. Student Information The International Office provides information and practical assistance to
International, Study Abroad and Exchange students.
6 6.1 Services 15
3.1 Your Checklist
6.2 Learning Support 16
3.2 Receiving your Offer 7
6.3 Societies & Sports 17 2.2Contact details & Social Media
3.3 Accommodation 8
8 6.4 International Student Society 18
3.4 Health Insurance Ground floor, Administration
9 6.5 Arts & Culture at CIT 18
3.5 Fees Centre, Bishopstown Campus
10 6.6 Cork, Like! 19 @citinternational
3.6 Organising your Visa Administration Centre
6.7 Useful Links 20 +353 433 +353
21Institute
Cork 5300 21 433 5300
of Technology
international@cit.ie
@CIT_Intl
international@cit.ie
@citinternational
www.cit.ie/international
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The International Office is Here!
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3. Before you Arrive
3.1 Your Checklist
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3.2 Receiving your Offer
Congratulations!
Congratulations on being offered a place to study at Cork Institute of
Technology.
Once you receive your offer from us you will need to accept, decline or defer
your offer.
Accepting your offer
I HAVE A FULL OFFER I HAVE A CONDITIONAL OFFER
To accept your full offer you must email To accept your conditional offer you must Minimum English Language Requirements
international@cit.ie of your intent to accept email international@cit.ie of your intent to
Should you require a visa to study in Ireland, you will have to submit evidence
your offer and pay the required non- accept your conditional offer and pay the
of English language proficiency in adequate time to obtain your full offer letter
refundable deposit to secure your place on required non- refundable deposit to secure
and process your visa.
your chosen programme. your place on your chosen programme.
Level 1 = Undergraduate and most Postgraduate
Level 2 = Postgraduate Media & Business Pearson PTE Academic
This deposit will be deducted from the This deposit will be deducted from the
Exams must be no more than 2 years old
overall tuition fee. overall tuition fee. L1: 59 with no section below 56
at the beginning of your programme
L2: 63 with no section below 59
The balance of the tuition fee must be paid The balance of the tuition fee must be paid
in full prior to registration in September in full prior to registration in September IELTS Academic
2020.
L1: 6.0 with no section below 5.5
L2: 6.5 with no section below 6.0 TOEFL
You must submit documents to meet L1: at least 80 with L17, R18,
your conditional offer by June 15. S20, W17
Cambridge
L2: at least 90 with L23, R21,
Deferrals
Reject Offer S22, W23
Deferrals can only be considerred L1: 6.0 with no section below 5.5
if the deposit has been made and there is If you do not want to L2: 6.5 with no section below 6.0
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space available (case-by-case basis). You can take up a place of study at CIT, you
only defer once. You will lose your deposit if you can reject the offer by emailing
don not take up your deferred place international@cit.ie
3.3 Book your Accomodation 3.4 Arrange your Health Insurance
Students can contact the Accommodation Office for up to date lists and
Non-EU students must have private health insurance for Immigration purposes. If you
information and for other queries. require a study visa, you will need to submit private health insurance details with your visa
application. (The health insurance document must be written in English).
www.cit.ie/studentlife.accommodation
In addition to medical insurance being a visa and immigration requirement, the cost of
+353 21 4335750
Healthcare in Ireland is high. A one night stay in hospital can cost in excess of €1200. You
accommodation@cit.ie need private medical insurance to cover any emergency situation where you might need to
be hospitalised or require access to private consultations.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm.
Types of Accommodation
Health Insurance Options
Digs/lodgings
A student lives with a family who may or may not provide meals. Study & Protect
www.studyandprotect.com
CIT has an agreement with “Study and Protect” Insurance suppliers for you with
Share House/Flat
competitively priced policies.You can choose CIT from the drop down list.
A student lives with other students. A list of houses/rooms in houses is available
throughout the year and this updated regularly and especially during the summer Policies available:
months. As there is a high demand for this type of accommodation, it is advisable - Medicover Standard: 12 months cover with an excess of €100.00 (deductible) which
to contact the Accommodation Office regularly for an updated list. means it is the students responsibility to pay the first €100.00 of each claim you make and
the limit is €2.5 million. Please see website for current prices.
Student Accommodation - Medicover Superior:12 months cover with an excess of €50.00 (deductible) which means
There are a large number of student apartments in close proximity to the Institute. it is the students responsibility to pay the first €50.00 of each claim they make and the limit
It is advisable to look into this option early in the intended Academic Year. is €5 million. Please see website for current- Walking
prices. Distance to C.I.T.
Bookings should be made directly to the apartments. - Walking Distance to Leisure world Pool & Gy
Obtain health cover from your home country. - Free Internet
Please ensure that it is valid in Ireland. Please note that in cases where there is a high
Eden Hall - edenhall.ie - 8 minutes walk to CIT - Luxury Student Accommodation
deductible (excess) it may be less expensive to purchase health insurance in Ireland.
Parchment Square -parchmentsquarecork.com - direct walkway to CIT
Deans Hall- deanshall.com - walking Distance to CIT/city centre location Irish Health Insurance Companies DeansHall Bishoptown, Curraheen Road, Cor
Hatch Student Living - hatchstudents.ie - city centre location Laya Healthcare - www.layahealthcare.ie E: info@deanshallbishopstown.com
Carma - In conjunction with Carma properties, CIT has secured a number of VHI (Voluntary Health Insurance Board) - www.vhi.ie
rooms for our International Students..For any queries on the accommodation Aviva Health - www.aviva.ie/online/health/
please email book@carma.ie directly. Irish Life Health - www.irishlifehealth.ie
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Bupa Global - www.ihi.com/.
Receipts
3.5 Pay
Pay your
your Fees
Fees It can take a number of working days for payments to be received and processed by
Programme Fee CIT, after which you will be issued with a receipt. You will need your receipts if you
Undergraduate Programmes: €12000 per annum for each year of study. require a Study Visa. You can also use your receipt from TransferMate as proof of
Postgraduate Programmes: €12000 per annum apart from the MA Art Therapy payment.
which is €12000 per programme.
Refunds
What must I pay Refunds are available under the following circumstances (proof must be provided)
You must pay the deposit of €1000 in order to secure your place at CIT. You If you are refused a student visa, your deposit and any tuition fees paid will be
should do this through OASIS refunded in full
The balance of your fees (after deposit) must be paid before registration in If you do not meet the condition(s) of your offer, your deposit and any tuition fees will
September. be refunded in full
If you choose to withdraw by 31 October, You will be entitled to your tuition fees
You may also be required to pay a certain amount (€6000) in order to apply for minus €1500 which CIT retains.
your visa.
Scholarships & Funding
How can I pay If you are receiving government funding, you must submit official confirmation of
OASIS sponsorship before registration
Once you have been made an offer, you will be able to pay your deposit through
OASIS. CIT Scholarships
The Eolas Scholarship 25% reduction on fees for all years of study.
TransferMate All students who apply before and on March 31 are automatically considered for this
www.transfermateeducation.com scholarship.
TransferMate (formerly Pay to Study) is an easy to use online system to pay fees Limited number available.
. All payments made this way can be tracked. Please ensure you use your
student number in all correspondence The CIT International Scholarship: 15% reduction on fees for all years of study
All students who apply between April 1 and May 31 are automatically considered for
International Bank Transfer this scholarship.
Please ensure you use your student number as the reference Limited number available.
Name on Account: Fees Account
Bank: Bank of Ireland Other Scholarships
Address: Cork Institute of Technology The Victory Scholar Program is awarded to US Student-Athletes who play Golf or
Bishopstown Basketball and gives them the opportunity to continue to play the sport they love,
Cork gain a Masters and contribute to communities throughout the Island of Ireland.
Account No: 85009337 Please direct all queries to info@sportchangeslife.cm
Sort Code: 90-35-76 The Government of Ireland International Scholarships are awarded to high
BIC Code: BOFIIE2D calibre students from non-EEA countries to study in Ireland for a period of one year.
You can find out more here. Please direct all queries to info@hea.ie
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IBAN: IE17 BOFI 9035 7685 0093 37
What do I do if I am refused a Visa
If you are refused a visa you may appeal the decision within two months.
3.6 Organise your Visa However, you would need to check with the CIT International Office if it is
possible to have a delayed start as this is not usually allowed.
Many non-EU students need to apply for a visa to the Embassy of Ireland or You may be entitled to refund of your deposit and fees
the Consulate in their home country. This can take 6-8 weeks, so it is
important to allow plenty of time for this when planning for your admission
date. It is the responsibility of students to arrange their own visas and Irish Residency Permit (IRP)
students should ensure that they make their visa applications well in Regardless of whether or not you are arriving from a visa required country, all
advance of the start of their course at CIT. For complete details of visa international visitors staying for more than 90 days are required to register their
requirements and processes, please visit the Irish Naturalisation & stay with Immigration for an IRP (Irish Residence Permit). You will need to
Immigration Service website: http://inis.gov.ie/ renew your IRP every year and you need to update immigration if you
change your address during your stay.
The CIT International Office can only provide guidance. It us up to the
student to seek the correct information from the Irish Naturalisation & The International Office will provide further information and advice at
Immigration Service for their own particular situation. Orientation.
What do I need? The Immigration Office in Cork is located in Anglesea Street Garda Station.
You will have between 30 and 90 days from arriving in the country to
+Passport valid for 12 months register your stay
+Recent passport sized photo
+Evidence of Tuition paid (at least €6000)
+Proof of Private Health Insurance What do I need?
+Letter from CIT indicating that you have been offered a place
+Proof you have enough money to support yourself in Ireland e.g. bank A valid passport
statements, sponsorship letter etc. +Completed IRP 1 form (in registration packs)
+Pay applcication Fee +A valid visa (if applicable)
+Other documents that may be requested +Valid CIT student card & Original College Letter
+Proof of Private Medical Insurance
You can check online at Visa Decisions to see if your visa has been +Proof you have enough money to support yourself in Ireland e.g. bank
processed (using your Visa Application Number). This list is updated weekly. statements, sponsorship letter etc.
If you get approval for a visa, the Embassy to which you sent your +Evidence of permanent residence in Ireland e.g. bank letter/lease agreement
documents will affix a visa to your passport. +A letter from CIT stating that you are a registered student (provided by
International Office)
Immigration Card Fee of €300
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4 Pre Departure
4.1 Plan your trip Cost of Living
Getting to Cork & CIT
Rent
Approximately €100 (depending on type of accommodation) per week
excluding/including electricity/gas.
Public Transport
The Leap Card is a convenient way to pay for public transport services in
Ireland with fares up to 30% cheaper than cash tickets.
AIR
Cork International Airport is the country's second busiest airport after Dublin and serves more than
Shopping
50 destinations. The airport is located just 10 minutes from Cork City Centre. For food, including some meals bought on campus or in cheaper
restaurants, you will probably spend between €70 and €100 each week.
TRAIN
If you are flying into Dublin, you can get a train to Kent Station,Cork city's railway station. This is Mobile Phone
located on the Lower Glanmire Road, a ten minutes walk from the city centre.You can also hop on Pre-pay phones allow you to buy credit in advance and can be a way of
the 205 which goes direct to CIT via the city centre.
controlling your costs more effectively. Irish mobile phone companies i
BUS nclude: Three, Eir, Vodafone, Tesco Mobile & Lycamobile
If you are flying into Cork Airport, you can get the regular service 226 to Cork City centre. From the City
Centre you can get the 205 direct to CIT For international phone calls, it is often cheaper to buy a phone card, which
If you are flying into Dublin Airport, you can get the regular Aircoach services to Cork City (aircoach.ie) are available from newsagents.
CAR/TAXI
CIT is only 10 minutes from Cork Airport by Taxi which you can pick up outside the Arrivals
Student Card
Door. Be sure to keep an eye out for deals as you can get student discounts at
If you are driving, Ireland's intercity road system is now of the highest international standard cinemas. theatres, attractions and stores.
and the journey between Cork and Dublin takes only 2.5 hours. This is a toll road..
124.2 Orientation
Registration and Orientation takes place early September before classes begin so
students should aim to be in Ireland at least 3 days beforehand. Students should
inform the International Office of their arrival date as soon as they have booked their
flights.
The full schedule regarding time and location will be emailed to you at the end of
July 2020.
All students are required to attend the orientation session in order to become
familiar with the institute and its facilities and services.
4.3 Prepare your immigration Travel
Documents
All Non-EU/EEA Nationals are subject to immigration control at point of entry
to the Irish State so please ensure you comply fully with Irish Immigration and
have all required documentation to hand:
+Passport
+Letter of Offer
+Evidence of tuition fee payment
+Other documents may be required
4.4 Prepare your Application Documents
You will be required to show your original application documents to the International
Office for verification:
+Transcripts & Certificates
+Officially translated Copies (if applicable)
+Passport
+English language test
135 A ter Arrival 5.4 Working in Ireland
5.1 Attend Registration and Orientation In order to work in Ireland, you must apply for a PPS number, which is similar
It is important you attend registration as we will be providing relevant and necessary
to a national identity number/social security number. You must be fully
information
registered with CIT prior to applying for a PPS number.
PPS number applications will only be accepted with a pre-booked appointment
5.2 Open a Bank Account from the Department of Social Protection, Hanover Quay, Cork City.
Before arriving for your appointment, please ensure you have been allocated a
There is a branch of Bank of Ireland on the CIT Campus.
Banking hours are between 10.00am and 4.00pm Monday, to date, time, and desk number. Without these, you may not have a valid
Friday. appointment. You will need to present the following;
+Passport
There are also two ATM machines located in the Student Centre +Proof of Cork Address
of the Bishoptown Campus. +GNIB Card
+CIT Student ID Card
In order to open a bank account, you will need to take with you
+Letter from CIT confirming your student registration
to the bank the following documents:
+Letter of offer (with home address) Following successful registration, customers will be advised of their new
+Letter of confirmation of Study Period (with Cork Address). number, within 3 to 5 working days, through the issue of a letter of notification
You can get this from the International Office after sent automatically to the address given on the application form.
registration
+Passport Non-EU, full-time full-year students can work 20 hours per week during term
+CIT Student Card time or 40 hours per week full-time during holiday time (May, June, July,
Please note that bank letters cannot be issued until you have a Letters August and during Christmas break).
Cork address. The bank will not accept a temporary hostel The International Office provides
address. Students carrying out a training period in a company whilst in Ireland will also
various non-academic letters of require a PPS number.
support that you may need
5.3 Register with local You must email your letter
request and allow 3 days notice.
The most up to date information is available here: www.welfare.ie/en/Pages
Immigration Each student is responsible for
/PPSN.aspx
Opening hours and location map information is available at:
maintaining their own valid www.welfare.ie/en/Pages/office/Intreo-Centre-Cork-Hanover-Street.aspx
Regardless of whether or not you are arriving from a visa
immigartion registration and valid
required country, all international visitors staying for more
than 90 days are required to register their stay with IRP card.
Immigration for an IRP (Irish Residence Permit).
Please see page 10 for further information
146. Student Information
6.1 Services
Health Counselling Service Students' Union
The Medical Centre is located on the first floor of the During your time at the Institute, you may experience The Students’ Union represents and defends
Student Centre. personal and emotional issues that impact on your academic everyone who attends CIT on matters
work and on your overall student experience. affecting their rights and interests as
Doctor: Monday - Friday 11.30pm - 1.00pm students. They act as a channel of
Nurse: Monday - Thursday 9.30am – 3.45pm The Counselling Service is open from 8.30am - 5.00pm communication between the students and
Friday 9.30am – 1.00pm weekdays Monday - Friday during term. You will find us on other bodies.
the Second Floor of the Student Centre at the Bishopstown
You can arrange an initial appointment with the Campus. This is a professional and confidential service The SU offer a number of services to
Doctor or Nurse. The morning is the best time to which is available to all registered full time CIT students free students such as travel visas, bus tickets,
arrange an appointment. Follow-up appointments of charge.There is a Student Counselling Service available to travel timetables, and various publications
should made directly with the Medical Centre by students of Crawford College of Art & Design and Cork throughout the academic year. In their shop
students themselves. School of Music on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9.00am - you can buy lab coats, goggles, phone credit
5.00pm during term. This Service is loacted at CSM Union and photocopying cards. They also organise
There is one late-night pharmacy in Wilton, which is Quay. many entertainment activities such as
close to CIT and one on Patrick Street in the centre Freshers’ Week, Christmas Day and Rag
of Cork. If you wish to make an appointment, you can call the service Week.
at 021-4335772 or you can also call to reception in the
Student Centre, Bishopstown Campus. Please be aware
that although we aim to offer you an assessement within a
Careers Services few days, this may not always be possible due to demand on Food
the service. In this case a waiting list will be operation.
The CIT Careers Service provides Student- There are various places to eat in/take out on
centered, careers education and guidance for the Campus which offer a variety of breakfasts,
benefit of the individual's personal, professional Chaplaincy sandwiches, soups, pasta dishes, vegetarian
and employability skills development. options and a huge range of hot
This service is open throughout the year The CIT Chaplaincy team are available throughout the year for meals/dinners. Value for money is
including January and the summer and support, guidance and advice in complete confidence for those guaranteed with student special deals and
appointments can be made by calling to the front of all faiths and none. They operates an information desk in low prices.
desk, phoning (021) 4326232 or emailing the main teaching block of the Bishoptown Campus. The The Food Court & Snack Bar are in the West
careersadmin@cit.ie Chapel/Prayer Room (D1555) is open all day and is a place Atrium while the Bistro and QuikStop are in
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for reflection or if you just want to get away and give yourself the Student Centre.
space in a peaceful environment –why not drop in? .6.2 Learning support
Academic Success Coaching aims to support your successful progression
towards your degree, help you stay on track with your learning and meet
the new challenges of studying in third level education, whether you are in
First Year or Final Year.
Academic Success Coaching works with you to:
+Help build on your experiences of learning to reach your potential.
+Develop strategies and skills to help you improve your academic
performance.
+Identify your academic goals and challenges.
Meetings include assisting students with
Self-awareness // Time-management techniques // Study strategies and
skills // Better organisational skills // General moral support and
reassurance // Identify and link you to other useful CIT resources and/or
supports
Academic Success Coaching is free and open to all students… so it is for
you! You can find out more at studentengagement.cit.ie
6.3 Other Information
Be sure to check out www.mycit.ie/cit-support-services
166.4 Societies & Sports Clubs
Societies
Education means more than just academic learning.
Joining a society will give you the opportunity to enhance
your skills in organising events, activities and managing
finance.
The diversity of CIT societies means that practically every
taste is catered for. Grab the opportunity to experience
something new or pursue an interest you have always
wants to explore. Why not get involved in the
Photographic society, Music society or Sci-Fi society.
Sports Clubs
The Sports Office plays a key role in the life of CIT
CIT has some of the best Societies in Ireland, frequently assisting students in the running of clubs and interacting
winning at the BICS (Board of Irish College Societies) with people of similar interests. CIT participates at the
National Awards. To be elected as a society committee highest level of competition amongst the country’s third
officer is a huge bonus for your CV by providing an level institutions and in the world. As well as catering for
opportunity to develop your communication and teamwork the competitive athlete, CIT’s Sports Office place a big
skills. emphasis on participation and runs a number of
activities such as aerobics, circuit training, and ‘fit for life’
You can choose from Academic (e.g. Architectural), programmes.
Activity (e.g. Yoga), Community (e.g. Africa, India) or
Interest (e.g. Anime). You are also free to set up your CIT has many Sports Clubs including; Martial Arts,
own Society if you are passionate about something! Gaelic Games, Soccer, Rugby, Rowing, Swimming,
Sailing, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Athletics, Rock-
For the full list of societies and for contact information Climbing and Tennis.
check out the societies website societies.cit.ie/societies
The CIT Gym may be used by all full-time registered
Make sure to sign up on Societies Day students and is open Monday – Friday 7.30am – 9.00pm
and Saturday 11.00am – 4.00pm
LGBTQ* Society
CIT is an inclusive institution Leisureworld, a public swimming pool and fitness centre
and the LGBT* Society
is right next to CIT and offers student discounts
provides help & support to all
LGBTQ students. For the full list of clubs and for contact information check
Regardless of what you out the sports website mycit.ie/sport
identify as, everyone under
the rainbow is welcome in
New students should make sure to sign up on Sports
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this society! We want you to
feel at home with us. Day6.5 International Student Society
Indian, Malaysian, French, Spanish, German,
Italian, Canadian, American, Vietnamese, Irish and
more - that's a lively, loud, and colourful crew. This is
a very sociable Society which won the National
Student Society of Ireland in 2006, 2008 and 2014.
The aim of this Society is to bring International
students together to experience the best of Ireland
and the opportunity to meet each other.
CIT’s International Student Society organises many
6.6 Arts and Culture
different events throughout the year, including trips all CIT offers students a wonderful opportunity to engage
over Ireland, nights and events out including in the arts as well as develop their talents and meet new
Halloween & Christmas Parties, bowling, pool and people
paintball tournaments. The Society also participates in
the annual St Patrick's Day Parade. You can join arts related societies such as Drama,
Musical, Open Mic or Dance, or you can get involved in
You can find out more on our facebook page the various arts activities organised throughout the year
https://www.facebook.com/groups/531668390562282/ by the Arts Office.
or contact us on isscit@mail.com
Between the Rory Gallagher Theatre, the James Barry
Exhibition Centre, The Gallery at No.46, Cork School of
Music and the Crawford College of Art & Design there is
also a show or concert to go to.
You can find out more about getting involved by
checking out the CIT Arts Website arts.cit.ie
186.6 Cork, Like! Whats on? Shopping & Eating Out
Cork has a thriving Cultural and Heritage scene and Cork has many familiar stores as well as cool local
many attractions are free or offer student discount! indie spots. Many cafe's and restaurants offer
Weather: In Ireland, everyone talks about the You can also volunteer at many events. student discount too!
weather. Whether it's discussing the direction of the
rain from a supermarket doorway, or musing that it's Attractions Food Shopping
too hot in March from a bar counter. Irish weather can Crawford Art Gallery Aldi €
be unpredictable so don't forget your rainjacket! Glucksman Gallery Lidl €
Cork Public Museum Super Valu €€
Equal Rights: Ireland is a progressive country and Cork City Gaol Dunnes Stores €€
the rights of all people are important to us. Everyone Nano Nagle Place English Market €
has equal rights in Ireland no matter what race, St Peter's Church Spicetown, Bishopstown €
religion, gender, class, disability or sexual orientation. Triskel Arts Centre Spicehouse, Bridge St €
Cork Printmakers
Politeness: Irish people appreciate when you say Cork Butter Museum
'please', 'thank you' and 'excuse me'. Queuing is also Blackrock Castle and Observatory Clothes
a polite thing to do especially when waiting for the Penneys Books & Magazines
bus. Theatres H&M Vibes & Scribes
Cork Arts Theatre TK Maxx Waterstones
Cork, Like: You may find it difficult at first to Cork Opera House Topshop Easons
understand Cork people as we speak quite quickly Everyman Palace Theatre New Look
and in an up-and-down sing-song accent. You'll get Firkin Crane Miss Daisy Blue (Vintage)
used to it! our sense of humour can be quite dry so it Live at St Lukes / Kino There are many charity shops in Cork for second-
may take you time to understand if someone is Cyprus Avenue hand bargains. You can find a full list www.icsa.ie
making a joke. But we are friendly and curious and will
ask you many questions. Festivals Eating out/Cafe Pubs
Quarter Block Party Cafe Idaho Barbarrossa
Language: English is the language generally used, Dragon of Shandon The Bookshelf The Oliver Plunkett
Irish (Gaelic or Gaeilge) is spoken in some areas Midsummer Festival Soma Bishopstown Bar
mainly along the western coast. Heritage Week Starbucks Bróg
Cork Culture Night Good Day Deli Sín é
Jazz Festival McDonalds Reardons
Cork Film Festival Burger King Costigans
Folk Festival Electric Grand Central
Short Story Festival Gallaghers The Old Oak
IndieCork Festival Quay Co-Op (V) Mutton Lane
French Film Festival Milanos The Woolshed
196.7 Useful Links
Irish Council for International Students Ireland internationalstudents.ie
Immigration & Visa inis.gov.ie
Citizens Advice citizensinformation.ie
LGBT+ lgbt.ie
PPS (Social Service Card) welfare.ie/en/Pages/Personal-Public-Service-Number-How-to-Apply.aspx
Garda (Irish Police Force) garda.ie
Cork City Council corkcity.ie
Cork Volunteer Centre Volunteer.ie
Weather meteireann.ie
Emergency
Embassys in Ireland dfa.ie/embassies/embassies-in-ireland
Health Services
Number
hse.ie
112 or 999
SpunOut.ie
www2.hse.ie/mental-health
sexualviolence.ie
Experience more
purecork.ie
discoverireland.ie
discovernorthernireland.com
whazon.com
Travel
leapcard.ie
irishrail.ie
buseireann.ie
aircoach.ie
gobe.ie
Religious Serivces
Catholic corkandross.org
Church of Ireland/Anglican cork.anglican.org/
Islam islamicfoundation.ie
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