Dublin, Ireland
IES Program
Program Focus - Irish General Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, Theater Performance, Direct Enrollment
IES Web Site - www.iesabroad.org
Program Dates
Early September to Mid-December (Fall Semester)
Early January to Early June (Spring Semester)
Early June to Late July (Summer)
*Additional program dates can be found on the IES website
Program Type -
Irish General Studies- Enroll in IES courses in the Humanities and Social Sciences that focus on the theme of Tradition, Change, and Identity in Modern Ireland. You may choose to supplement IES courses with an internship and/or university course for a total of 15-19 credits. Students may enroll in one course at either the European Business School (EBS, www.ebsdublin.com ) or St. Patrick's College, part of Dublin City University (www.spd.dcu.ie ).
Peace and Conflict Studies- Students majoring in International Relations, Political Science, or Peace Studies may opt to participate in this 15-credit advanced, focused curriculum that explores the complex history and challenges of the conflict in Northern Ireland through a combination of coursework, field study in Northern Ireland, and a Peace Negotiation Simulation.
Theater Performance- Students whose major or minor is Theater Arts (or the equivalent) may choose to participate in this 15-credit program at the Gaiety School of Acting, one of Dublin’s premier acting schools. The school provides conservatory-like professional training taught by local acting instructors.
Direct Enrollment- The IES Dublin Direct Enrollment options are designed especially for students who wish to be fully integrated into the Irish higher education system and concentrate their overseas studies in their major and/or minor fields. There are four separate enrollment options: Dublin City University (www.dcu.ie ), National College of Art and Design (www.ncad.ie ), Trinity College Dublin Honors Program (www.tcd.ie ), University College Dublin (www.ucd.ie ).
Eligibility
The City of Dublin
Modern Dublin is defining the new image of Ireland with its thriving economy, social programs, and art scene. Yet even in the midst of change, Dublin preserves its history, evident in its architecture and in its political, religious, and social institutions. Dublin plays many roles for Ireland, being the Republic's political capital, the home of past and present writers of international stature, and the center of the island's phenomenal economic growth. Dublin also affords easy access to the beauties of the countryside, seashore and mountains.
Course Information
There are several different options for students attending the IES Dublin program.
General Studies Program Disciplines:
Anthropology
Art History
Drama Studies
Economics
History
Internship
Literature
Political Science
Sociology
Peace and Conflict Studies Disciplines:
History/Political Science
Communication
Cultural Studies
Sociology
Theater Performance:
Drama
Voice
Improvisation
Acting
Movement for Stage
For complete course listings, descriptions and syllabi visit the IES website at www.iesabroad.org.
For Direct Enrollment- Please visit the local university web sites given above.
University Course Offerings - Course offerings vary from semester to semester. Exact offering are determined shortly before the start of each semester. Therefore, it is not possible for students to officially register until their arrival on-site. For some local institutions there are additional application requirements. See the IES web site for more details.
Types of Accommodations
Shared Appartments - IES Dublin students live in apartments in various residential areas of central Dublin. Between four and six students usually share an apartment, consisting of a kitchen, two or three bedrooms, and a common area. The apartments are completely furnished and equipped, including a computer with Internet access. Meals are not included in the fee, so students living in apartments usually prepare meals on their own or eat at inexpensive, local restaurants.
Independent Housing - Students who have previously lived abroad or who have family or friends in Dublin may wish to arrange their own housing. However, IES strongly encourages students to participate in housing located by IES and cannot accept responsibility for other arrangements. Upon acceptance, students who elect to arrange their own housing must notify the IES Chicago office no later than the deadline listed on the Independent Housing Form for their program.
Program Costs and Financial Aid Transfer
For Semester/Full Year Programs:
IES tuition for Direct Enrollment is ($13,645 for Fall 2008), plus IES room and board costs ($3,700 for Fall 2008), and IES health insurance ($195 for Fall 2008). (Costs listed are for the General Studies Programs, other program costs may vary.)
The following forms of aid may transfer: Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant, Federal Stafford Loans, Federal Perkins Loan, Federal PLUS Loans, IL Monetary Award Program Grant (MAP), Alternative Loans, IES scholarships and need-based grants (for which students must apply).
For Summer Programs:
Students pay IES tuition ($4,725 for summer 2008), room and board ($1,190 for summer 2008), health insurance ($80 for summer 2008), airfare and other miscellaneous expenses are not included in the tuition. Check with a study abroad advisor and a financial aid advisor for information about financial aid transfer.
Additional Loyola Study Abroad Fees
$1000 for semester and full year programs, $500 for summer programs
