Description

Study abroad for a summer at the University of Limerick Summer School in Irish Studies with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as EuroLearn. The University of Limerick's Summer School in Irish Studies offers you the opportunity to experience Ireland through this worthwhile learning, social, and cultural program. You will study one course option on a full-time basis over a three week period, with a choice of five courses across the areas of Irish Literature, History, Sociology, Media and Law, for 3 academic credits (6 ECTS). Social outings and trips are planned to give you a taste of life in Ireland and the chance to see some of the country's outstanding scenery. Trips to Dublin and to the spectacular County Clare coast are included as well as an End of Summer School Barbeque. The University of Limerick offers challenging and enjoyable Summer School courses, which combine academic rigor with opportunities to experience contemporary life in Ireland and view some spectacular scenery!

You can study in one of the following courses:

* Irish Life and Literature
* Visual Culture in Ireland: 1400-1950
* Sociological Perspectives on Irish Society
* Screening Ireland: Ireland in Film and Television
* Law in Ireland

Highlights

The University of Limerick hosts an on-site orientation to help you become acquainted with the university, the city, your professors, and the other students! Three excursions led by qualified tour guides are included in your program fees. In previous summers, these excursions have included:

* Limerick City & Environs
* Dublin
* West of Ireland

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad staff in the U.S. and abroad are available 24 hours a day for support of students, parents, and advisors. In addition to our London-based Resident Director, GlobaLinks Learning Abroad provides bilingual support staff at several of our sites in Europe to ensure that assistance is available in times of need and crisis.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Contact GlobaLinks Learning Abroad for most updated fees.

Program Fees Include:

- Tuition for 1 three semester credit course
- Housing, meals
- Health insurance
- Arrival airport pickup on designated dates
- Three day field trips
- Sports Centre membership
- Official transcript

Experience Required

yes

Applicants must have the required GPA and have completed at least the equivalent of one year of full-time study at the university/college level at the time of enrollment. Required GPA: 2.50

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad's Mission Statement

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad has over 20 years of experience working within the field of international education serving both students and advisors throughout North America. As a leader in the field known for high-quality, full service programs with excellent value, GlobaLinks Learning Abroad can help you achieve your education abroad program goals.