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Bruce College

Ireland, Cork

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The school at a glance
Fees €10,550 - 11,050
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 270
Type Co-educational
Opened 1990
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Taught languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Bruce College Cork is a full-time senior secondary college located at Audley House, St Patricks Hill, Cork. For over 30 years it has specialised in Leaving Certificate programmes for 5th and 6th year students, with a Custom Subject Selection process to tailor subject choices. The school offers a broad repertoire of 25 Leaving Certificate subjects, with languages such as Irish, English, French, German, Italian (uptake dependent) and Spanish, plus a range across Maths, Sciences, Business, Social Studies and Creative subjects. A standout feature is Design and Communication Graphics (DCG), treated as a STEM subject; 40% of the grade comes from a sixth-year assignment, 60% from an Applied Geometry theory paper. Facilities include an Art studio, a DCG room, a dedicated music room with piano and music technology, science laboratories, and farm-based Agricultural Science practicals. Extra-curriculars include career guidance, timetabling accommodates sport, Audley Week cultural activities, and UK admissions preparation.

Bruce College, Audley House, St Patricks Hill, Cork, Ireland

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The Essentials

Bruce College has 270 pupils.

Location
Audley House, St Patricks Hill, Cork. Based in the heart of Cork City.

Stages
5th Year, 6th Year, Repeat Leaving Certificate

Type
Full-time school

Additional learning support
Guidance counselling; Careers evaluation; Guidance for UK university applicants; Subject choice advice; Aptitude test preparation; Medical college interview preparation; UCKAT and HPAT preparation; Study Skills Seminars
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Fees

Annual tuition at Bruce College ranges from EUR 10,550 to EUR 11,050 for 2026/27.

Application / Deposit

- A deposit of EUR 1,000 is required to secure a student's place. The deposit secures the place but does not entitle the student to attend classes.

Tuition fees by year group (2026/2027 academic year)

- 5th Year (Full‑time Day School) — three payment options:
- Option A: Payment in full — Deposit EUR 1,000; Balance EUR 9,250; Total EUR 10,250. Balance payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026.
- Option B: Part payment — Deposit EUR 1,000; 50% balance EUR 4,625 (payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026); Remainder EUR 4,625 (payable on or before Thursday 8 October 2026); Total EUR 10,250.
- Option C: Monthly direct debit — Deposit EUR 1,000 plus six monthly direct debits of EUR 1,591.66 (August 2026 to January 2027); Total EUR 10,550.

- 6th Year (Full‑time Day School) — three payment options:
- Option A: Payment in full — Deposit EUR 1,000; Balance EUR 9,750; Total EUR 10,750. Balance payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026.
- Option B: Part payment — Deposit EUR 1,000; 50% balance EUR 4,875 (payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026); Remainder EUR 4,875 (payable on or before Thursday 8 October 2026); Total EUR 10,750.
- Option C: Monthly direct debit — Deposit EUR 1,000 plus six monthly direct debits of EUR 1,675 (August 2026 to January 2027); Total EUR 11,050.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The deposit secures the student's place. For payment-in-full and part-payment options the main balance is due on or before Thursday 6 August 2026; where part payment is chosen the remainder is due on or before Thursday 8 October 2026. Direct debit runs from August 2026 to January 2027 where applicable. A direct debit mandate must be submitted at least three weeks before the date of the first direct debit. Cash is no longer accepted for fee payments.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Bruce College operates as a full‑time day school for 5th and 6th years.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Course and classroom materials: individual subject booklists and materials are required for many subjects; specific reusable items and kits (for example drawing kits, calculators, folders) are listed on the book lists. Some teacher‑provided course resources carry small charges; for example, an LC French video course is charged at EUR 25 payable in September. Items such as specialist drawing kits and recommended electronic devices are listed as required or recommended on the book list.

Refund information and cancellations

- If an applicant cancels before the commencement of the school year, fees will be refunded less an administration fee of EUR 200. If a student leaves after the commencement of the academic year the administration fee is retained and a proportionate amount of the fees is retained. No refunds are provided after 1 January 2027.

Fee payment options (methods and practical notes)

- Direct debit is available for the monthly payment option; a direct debit mandate must be submitted at least three weeks before the first debit. Cash is not accepted. Other specific electronic payment methods (such as card or bank transfer) are not listed in this schedule; accepted non‑cash payment arrangements should be confirmed with the college when arranging payment.
Academics

Curriculum
25 Leaving Certificate subjects on offer. Languages include Irish, English, French, German, Italian (dependent on uptake) and Spanish. A wide range of subjects across Languages, Maths, Sciences, Business, Social Studies and Creative subjects is available, including Design and Communication Graphics (DCG), Computer Science, Home Economics, Construction Studies, Economics, Geography, History, Politics and Society, Art and Music. DCG is a recognised STEM subject; 40% of the Leaving Certificate grade comes from a sixth-year assignment and 60% from an Applied Geometry theory paper. The school offers a two-year Leaving Certificate programme (5th and 6th year), with subject choices customized through a Custom Subject Selection process.

Exam Results
60% of students achieved 500+ Leaving Cert points.

Higher Education Progression
Students progress to further education in Ireland or the United Kingdom.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit Your Application. The Full-time application form must be completed, accompanied by the most recent school reports and exam results. The form takes about ten minutes to complete and the admissions team will respond within a week. Documentation requirements vary: for students currently in 3rd year, include the most recent school report and Junior Cycle results; for repeat Leaving Cert students, include the most recent school report showing Leaving Cert results and Mock Results; for all other students, include the most recent school report, Junior Cycle results, and Mock Results where applicable. If there is an Exemption or Reasonable Accommodation Certificate, attach it in the relevant section.
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