Cork Worlds 2009

Cork Worlds 2009:

All of the Cork Worlds 2009 team looks forward to welcoming you all to Cork, and ensuring that you have a memorable experience. Read more

Registration:

Registration For Cork Worlds 2009 will be a painless and efficient process with three stages. Read more

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Accommodation:

Jurys Cork Hotel is one of the three hotels that will be used for Cork Worlds 2009. Top class hospitality and service is guaranteed for all delegates. Read more

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Venues:

Cork Worlds 2009 will be using some of Cork\'s finest venues both on campus and in Cork City. Read more

Socials:

When you come to Cork Worlds 2009 you had better bring your dancing shoes, for the socials will be nothing short of epic! Read more

Excursions:

Delegates will have the opportunity to go on one of a number of excursions that we are planning to show you the very best of Cork and Ireland. Read more

Food:

From traditional Irish breakfast to a five star meal at the Championships Dinner, Cork Worlds 2009 will provide delegates with the very best in food. Read more

History of Cork:

With a rich and varied history Cork has several historical gems including the infamous Blarney Stone, said to give all those who kiss it the gift of the gab! Read more

Geography:

With a magnificent coastline and picturesque mountains Cork\'s scenery is a beauty to behold. Read more

Culture:

From music and dance, to literature and sport, Cork is a cultural gem just waiting to be discovered. Read more

Transport:

Connected to every major European hub getting to Cork Worlds 2009 should pose no problem, and excellent public transport exists upon arrival. Read more

Immigration:

All those coming to Cork Worlds 2009 should be sure to check if they need a visa to enter Ireland, and if necessary apply for one as early as possible. Read more

Things to do in Cork:

A vibrant city with something to suit everyone’s taste, there will never be a dull moment at Cork Worlds 2009. Read more

UCC – History:

One of Ireland\'s oldest Universities founded in 1845, UCC grew up around the beautiful Quadrangle. Read more

UCC – Today:

In the last decade UCC has undergone a major transformation with many cutting edge facilities being added including the Lewis Glucksman Gallery. Read more

Press Room:

As the largest academic event in the World, the Championships are drawing considerable media attention. Read more

Cork Worlds 2009

Minister for Foreign Affairs to Launch Cork Worlds 2009

Micheál Martin, TD, Minister for Foreign Affairs will launch the Cork Worlds 2009, the 29th World University Debating Championship son Monday next, December 1st 2008. The Minister will unveil the winning trophy, a crystal replica of the Sam Maguire Trophy at Jury’s Hotel Cork. This trophy will be the focus for over 1000 participants from 41 countries, representing 176 of the world’s best third level institutions who will fly over 6.2 million miles collectively to participate in the Championships in Cork which run from December 27th 2008 to January 4th 2009.

Cork Worlds 2009, hosted by UCC, will be the 29th of the Championships, which were first held in 1981 in Glasgow. Previous host institutions include Princeton, Oxford and Assumption University, Thailand. UCC hosted the Championships in 1996, winning the event in 1986 with the team of Brian Hassett & Siobháin Lankford.

The World Championships are held annually in a University selected by the World Council. The Law and Philosophical Societies of UCC first won the rights to host the Championships in January 2007, confirmed earlier this year by unanimous vote of the World Universities Debating Council, in Bangkok, Thailand.

“The competition will bring in the region of €2 million to the local economy over its duration, providing a huge boost to Cork city and surrounding areas. Being selected to host the competition affirms the quality of UCC and the host societies, the Philosophical Society and the Law Society”, said Mark Collins, Director of Registration & Communications.

More infromation is available from Mark Collins, Director of Registration & Communications by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or on +353-86-3738177.