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Mick Clifford: Question marks over Chinese students' claims of 'racism' at UCC

An accusation by Chinese students who failed exams throws up questions about the way in which UCC determines English-language proficiency
Mick Clifford: Question marks over Chinese students' claims of 'racism' at UCC

Some students from China have complained to UCC after failing post-graduate exams. Among their complaints, including one about the Taiwanese flag, they claim not being able to avail of 'second chance' oral exams was discriminatory. Picture: Dan Linehan

At a time when racism is on the increase in this country, a bizarre allegation has emerged from University College Cork.

A group of Chinese students, who failed a post-graduate exam in the university’s business school, are claiming their failure is attributable to racism and discrimination.

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