Information for term January in Dublin
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenIn the city Shaw, Swift, Joyce, Lewis, and Yeats called home, write your own story of international discovery during CIEE’s January in Dublin program. Through challenging coursework, fun cultural activities, and excursions to beautiful locations, you’ll get an in-depth look at Irish culture, learn how the city developed, and perhaps pick up a few Dublinese phrases along the way.
The Take-Aways
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LIVE AT DUBLIN CITY UNIVERSITY
a compact high-tech campus with central green areas, cafés, a theater and sports center, all within close proximity to the center of Dublin.
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VISIT LOCATIONS OF CULTURAL INTEREST
such as the National Museum, Dublin Castle, and many Viking and Norman sites in the city.
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DISCUSS ISSUES OF NATIONAL IDENTITY
religion, and immigration with dedicated CIEE staff.
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acres of public green space
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students at DCU
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seats at Croke Park, the third largest sports stadium in Europe
82.3K
Location & Culture
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EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Enjoy the vibrant nightlife in the youthful city of Dublin, with an estimated 50% of its citizens younger than 25.
- Partake in cultural activities, such as visits to medieval castles, cathedrals, galleries, and a field trip to Northern Ireland.
- Sample food from around the globe – in restaurant and market form – in this city that embraces diversity and multiculturalism.
- Take a walking tour along the cobblestone alleys of Trinity College, founded in 1592 and one of seven ancient colleges in the UK.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Shared apartments: Students share apartments in an on-campus student residence at DCU. Students share a twin room and small bathroom, and have a shared living, kitchen, and dining area. There are four students to each shared area.
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MEALS
Meals are not included in the program fee and are the responsibility of the student. There are dining facilities and a small grocery store on campus.
Dublin, Ireland Where You'll Study
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DUBLIN CITY UNIVERSITY (DCU)
DCU isa 20 to 30 minute bus ride from downtown Dublin. Public transportation is easily accessible.
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request more informationProgram Details
Click to OpenWhat you need to know
The program detailsStudents take the Irish Culture, Society, and Identity course taught by dedicated CIEE staff. The program focuses on the history and culture of modern Ireland. Excursions and cultural activities are an integral and mandatory part of the study abroad program.
The course is overseen by the CIEE Dublin Director and includes lectures by educators associated with several Irish institutions of higher education.
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students need to have a GPA of at least 2.5
Curriculum
Program Credit
- Total credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours
- Contact hours: 45
All students take the required course, Irish Culture, Society and Identity.
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
January 2020
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- SOCI 3002 IREL: Irish Culture, Society and Identity
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates, Deadlines & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
- Tuition
- Housing
- Meals are not included
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Orientation - an introduction to Irish culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city.
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Field trips and cultural activities
- Overnight excursions
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
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24/7 emergency on-site support
No Hidden Fees
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| January 2020 | Nov 1, 2019 | Jan 2, 2020 | Jan 22, 2020 |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
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Our Staff
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Martin Humphreys
Director
Martin is a graduate of University College Dublin and holds a master’s degree in psychology. He is originally from Kildare and has an interest in Irish history.
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Meriah Nunn
Interim Director
Meriah is a graduate of University College Dublin, and hold's a Master's of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Pedagogy, and a B.Sci from Champlain College in Communications. She has worked in both the U.S. and Ireland in international education, as well as with Trinity College Dublin in the Global Relations office.
Get Started
Here's what you need to do to take the next steps:-
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START AN APPLICATION
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CONNECT WITH YOUR CAMPUS STUDY ABROAD OFFICE
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Contact an Advisor
Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
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