About Cork in Ireland
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Cork is situated in the beautiful south of Ireland. It is the country's second city and has a population of 160,000. A prosperous commercial and banking centre, Cork is a beautiful city to wander around, with its remarkable charm and unique atmosphere created by 19th century narrow lanes and markets. Built on an island between the two main channels of the River Lee, Cork is a city of hills and steps, quays and bridges, Georgian houses, spires and pedestrian walkways.
Cork people are friendly, talkative and humorous. They enjoy meeting people from other countries and are famous for their hospitality. Our students comment on how relaxed they feel in Cork. It is a true microcosm of all Ireland and an ideal location for study. "There are no strangers, only friends you haven't met".
Travel Infromation for Cork
International flights from European cities make getting to Cork easy, with London less than an hour away by air. There are also excellent car ferry services from France and England.
Travelling to Cork has never been easier!
The new Cork International Airport Terminal, which replaces the old terminal building, opened in August 2006. The new airport is modern and spacious. The recent introduction of additional routes from Aer Lingus along with the arrival of new flight companies from Poland, Czech Republic and Hungary, have opened up Cork city to the rest of Europe. A regular flight between Cork and Amsterdam allows for greater availability of flights between Asia and Cork.
