IFSA - UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN PARTNERSHIP
Dublin, Ireland
WHY STUDY IN CITY?
Ireland’s largest city and capital, Dublin is an economic center with one of the fastest growing populations of any European capital city. A vibrant cultural scene is dominant throughout the city and includes music of all kinds, theater, art, and literary activities. Lively restaurants, pubs and clubs line the streets, providing a wealth of options for weekend entertainment.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Follow in the footsteps of James Joyce and five Irish prime ministers at Ireland’s largest university, ranked among the top one percent of universities worldwide.
Highlights include research opportunities. With Intro to Scientific Research and Intro to Engineering Research, study abroad students can team up with a doctorate student and faculty member, even with no experience. Known for a strong community vibe, the university’s lively student union stokes the social scene.
Though you’ll find everything you need on this self-contained campus, Dublin’s thriving center is in easy reach. And to help you get to know more of what makes Ireland unique, your program includes IFSA excursions (no extra fees), like exploring the stunning West Coast and Kilkenny, a medieval city where you can get your fill of artisan foods and try your hand at the Gaelic sport, hurling.
Visit
IFSA - University College Dublin Partnership on the IFSA website for complete academic details including a list of classes and syllabi.
ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
Program activities and excursions are designed to enhance your intercultural competence by developing your understanding of the local culture and people. While optional, they are included in your total program fee. Activities and excursions vary each term based on availability, but may include:
- Dun Laoghaire Afternoon
- Gaelic Games at Croke Park
- Rugby Match at Royal Dublin Society
- Stand-up Comedy or a Play
- Alternative Dublin Walking Tour
- Day Trip to the Hill of Tara and Newgrange (Brú na Boinne)
- Kilkenny Weekend
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Using CHART, you’ll be able to see which classes abroad fit easily into your academic plan. You can also see which classes your home institution has already approved to guarantee that your credits will align.
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WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Academic Support
- Administrative Fees and Applications Fees
- Activities and Excursions (including transportation and meals)
- Education Fees
- Guaranteed Housing
- International Medical Insurance
- Internet Access in Housing
- Internship, Directed Research, and Volunteer Opportunities (on many programs)
- Meals (on some programs)
- Official Transcript with U.S. Credit Translation
- On-site Orientation
- On-site Staff Support (including in-person meetings and emergencies)
- Prearrival Advising
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Academic Program
- Students apply to one college or program within UCD. The majority of courses must be within the student’s college or chosen program.
- Credits are assigned on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), with each course weighing 5 ECTS or 10 ECTS.
- A full course load is 25-30 ECTS (12.5-15 U.S. semester credits; 3.125-3.75 Pomona credits).
- Students are required to take at least one level three (upper level) course. Students should bear in mind that most level three courses have prerequisites and admission to particular courses is contingent on approval by the relevant UCD department, based on the applicant’s background and experience.
- Students are required to take at least one course with significant Irish content.
- Eligible STEM students may choose to enroll in the Science Research Module: “Introduction to Scientific Research” (0.625 Pomona credits). In this research module, students become active members of a University research group under the direction of local faculty. This unique research program is an opportunity to actively learn how to develop a hypothesis and experiment, analyze data, and write and present about their findings. This module is open to students with or without prior research experience.
| ECTS |
Semester Hours |
Pomona Credits |
| 5 |
2.5 |
0.625 |
| 10 |
5 |
1.25 |
| 25 |
12.5 |
3.125 |
| 30 |
15 |
3.75 |
Living Arrangements
Students will live in an apartment/flat at University College Dublin and meals will be self-catered.
Pomona College will cover the standard housing fees. IFSA will bill students directly for supplemental housing fees if students are placed in housing that has an additional fee. It is very important that you review IFSA’s and UCD’s housing information carefully and
complete the housing form as soon as you receive the instructions. UCD assigns student housing on a first-come, first-served basis. All housing applications must be submitted by the deadline. It is the student’s responsibility to select UCD housing that fits into their budget.
Do not list accommodation options outside your budget, as UCD has been known to place students in the most expensive housing option listed, even if it was their last choice.
Number of Students
IFSA enrolls approximately 50 students, selected from a national pool. University enrollment is approximately 35,000 students.
Host Institution
University College Dublin
Faculty Liaison
Tina Negritto
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