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Best Study Spots in Cork Students Are Obsessed With | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Greg Furlong — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:02:23 GMT

Thinking about where to study in Cork and actually enjoy it? Good news, this city makes studying feel a lot nicer. It’s packed with aesthetic, chilled, and genuinely beautiful places where you can revise, study English, or simply enjoy the atmosphere while you work. Some spots are so scenic and peaceful they almost don’t feel like study locations at all, they’re often described as “TikTok-worthy” purely because they’re so calm.

Why Do We Wear Green on Saint Patrick’s Day? | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Greg Furlong — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:30:57 GMT

Every year on Saint Patrick’s Day, people all over the world dress in green, decorate with shamrocks, and celebrate Irish culture. But have you ever wondered why green became the colour of the day?

A Simple Guide to Using Public Transport in Cork City | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Greg Furlong — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:43:08 GMT

Getting around Cork is easy once you understand the basics. Whether you’re travelling to class, heading home after a long day, or planning a weekend trip, this guide will help you feel confident using public transport in Cork.

A Beginner’s Guide to Irish Weather Survival | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Greg Furlong — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:18:37 GMT

If you’re new to Ireland, one of the first things you’ll notice is the weather, it changes a lot. One minute it’s sunny, the next it’s raining, and then somehow both at the same time. If you plan to live or study here, learning how to handle Irish weather will make your life much easier.

Mastering English Through Immersion: 5 Tips for Newcomers | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Marc — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:08:12 GMT

Relocating to an English-speaking country presents a fantastic opportunity to enhance your language skills through immersion. The secret to mastering English lies in surrounding yourself with the language as much as possible. Here are five practical tips to help you achieve fluency more quickly and naturally.

5 Things About Cork You Didn’t Already Know | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Marc — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 17:01:04 GMT

Cork is the most interesting place in the country! (every Cork person really does think that)

Why Cork is Better Than Dublin | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Marc — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:06:14 GMT

When you’re picking a place to live in Ireland, you might look at Dublin first as it’s the capital, but we want to give you an amazing alternative and that’s of course the Rebel County, and the real capital, Cork! In this blog post, we’ll give you 5 compelling reasons why Cork might just be the better place to call home.

5 Essential Tips for ESL Students | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Marc — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 14:47:08 GMT

Studying English as a Second Language (ESL) can be both challenging and rewarding. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced learner, mastering a new language requires dedication and effective strategies. In this blog post, we’ll explore 5 valuable tips to help ESL students enhance their language skills and make the most of their learning journey.

Sustainable Fashion in Cork top picks | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Marc — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 17:18:57 GMT

We’re back again with another blog post, this week talking about sustainability in fashion, and where you can find sustainable clothes in Cork. As thriting is gaining popularity in europe, and beyond, a lot of our student’s ask us what thrift stores we have in the city and where they can chop sustainably so we thought we would make you guys a guide!

An Introduction to the IELTS Exam | Welcome to CEC – Cork English College

Marc — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 15:35:12 GMT

In this week’s blog post we tell you all there is to know about the IELTS exam. We will cover what it is, why you should take it, what you can use it for and how to register and prepare for it.