Literature in Ireland
DUBLIN, IRELAND
Dublin is a city steeped in literary heritage, where the written word is celebrated as a vital part of its cultural identity. Designated a UNESCO City of Literature, Dublin has been home to some of the world’s most influential writers. The city’s streets are rich with literary landmarks, from the historic Long Room Library at Trinity College to the James Joyce Centre and the Dublin Writers Museum. Its vibrant literary scene includes festivals like Bloomsday and countless readings, bookshops, and creative spaces that continue to nurture contemporary voices. In Dublin, literature isn’t just studied—it’s lived. Every CIEE Faculty-Led & Custom program is a unique combination of high-quality academics and co-curricular activities and excursions that offer real-world experiences to enhance classroom learning.
Destination
Dublin, Ireland offers the perfect blend of traditional Irish culture and modern innovation. With its emergence as a European tech hub and a growing multicultural population, the city has a youthful energy as one of Europe's fastest-growing economies. Its rich literary history, dynamic cultural scene, and prestigious institutions make Dublin an ideal destination for deep, meaningful literary study.
Co-Curricular Activities
Lectures
The Literature in Ireland program in Dublin includes guest lectures on a variety of topics such as:
- The Literary Landscape of Dublin: Exploring the City’s Literary Roots
- Literary Dublin: Walking in the Footsteps of Ireland’s Literary Giants
- The Irish Novel: Tradition, Innovation, and Identity
Site Visits
Here are just a few of the possibilities for co-curricular activities and excursions in Dublin:
- Visit and tour of the University of Dublin to visit the Book of Kells to offer students a deep, hands-on encounter with the history of the written word and the preservation of literary culture.
- Tour the Museum of Literature on Dublin’s St. Stephen’s Green. Expert local guides contextualise the lived experience of writers within the city over time.
- Visit to the EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. Students will experience interactive exploration of Ireland’s global cultural impact through the stories of its emigrants.
- Visit to The Irish Rock 'n' Roll Museum that highlights the deep connections between music, storytelling, and cultural identity.
- Visit to the Cliffs of Moher to provide students with a tangible connection to the narratives and landscapes that have shaped Irish storytelling traditions.
What's Included
Every program is tailored to suit the needs of your academic goals – so every program has unique program inclusions and pricing based on your needs. In addition to the programmatic and cultural inclusions above, a standard CIEE custom program includes on-site orientation, 24/7 emergency support, in-country transportation, accommodations, some meals, classroom space, comprehensive insurance coverage and logistical support from our on-site CIEE staff. We also offer marketing templates and other valuable tools to help you get the word out to students.
Health, Safety, & Security
CIEE has over seven decades of experience creating engaging and reliable study abroad programs around the world, with an excellent safety record. Each of our sites is regularly assessed using international risk management standards and data to facilitate successful programs. In addition, our custom and faculty-led programs include pre-departure and on-site orientations, iNext travel insurance, the support of trained CIEE staff members on-site, and 24/7 emergency support in-country. Learn more at ciee.org/safety.