出国留学:爱尔兰

十大赌博正规平台在线 has been proud to provide the opportunity to study abroad in Tully Cross since 1973. The program has always focused on the goal of in-depth experience of another culture, culture as rich and varied as its countryside. To achieve the cultural immersion objective, we have designed the academics, excursions, housing, and community engagement opportunities to interrelate and intensify the immersion experience.

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  • GPA 2.5+
  • 2 completed 学期s at 十大赌博正规平台在线 
  • Not on academic probation or have recent, serious, or repetitive behavioral citations 来自学生教务长

Students participate during the spring 学期 and earn at least 12 credit hours. 课程 are taught by Aquinas faculty and faculty from the University of Galway. A maximum of 15 学期 hours for this 学期 is recommended to allow for travel, community living experiences, and cultural assimilation. 

课程

必修课程:

  • IR 240: Contemporary Issues in 爱尔兰 (4 credits)
  • IR 260: Irish 文化 and Identity (4 credits)
  • IR 310: Special Topics Course in 爱尔兰 (4 credits)

选修课程:

  • KN 184:远足选修课(1学分)
  • CL 395: Community 援助es Internship (3 credits)
  • EN 399: Teachers 援助e in 爱尔兰 National Schools (3 credits)
  • Independent study * (credit varies)

* Students may arrange additional electives through independent study contracts with 如果他们愿意的话.The arrangements must conform to the standards set for 在校园里独立学习. 此外, 爱尔兰计划 director will also 必须同意这些安排吗.

短途旅行和实地考察 are taken to relevant sites around 爱尔兰. 的成本 these excursions are included in the program fee and are selected by the instructor, 所以它们每年都在变化. Past excursions have taken place to Galway, Belfast, Kylemore Abbey, Crevykeel Cross Roads, Northern 爱尔兰 (Derry, the Giant’s Causeway), Dunluce Castle, Burren National Park, Cahir Castle, the Cliffs of Moher and more!  此外, students have the opportunity to do additional travel or excursions on their own during some weekends and during their spring/Easter break - these would not be included in the program fee.

Students and faculty stay in accommodations located in the community of Tully Cross, 爱尔兰 and rent/utility fees are typically covered by the program fees.  此外, all accommodations have kitchen access so students are able to cook meals for themselves.

The program fee is in addition to Aquinas tuition. Students will not be charged Aquinas housing fees and do not need an Aquinas meal plan if they participate in this program.

Approximate cost Spring 2024: $8,000

项目费用包括:

  • 往返机票
  • 住房/公用事业成本
  • 爱尔兰居留证
  • 短途旅行和实地考察
  • 健康/旅行保险

请浏览 理财网页 and review the budget worksheet for information on scholarships and other expense 注意事项.

签证

Obtaining a visa prior to arrival is not required for US citizens, but acquiring a residency permit will be required after arrival. The Office of 国际项目 will prepare the necessary documentation and the program director will assist with 到达后的流程.

奖学金

Once you have committed to this program, the Office of 国际项目 will reach out to the 金融援助 Office to confirm your participation and they will determine your eligibility for any internal scholarships.

Additional opportunities are listed under the “External 奖学金” section of the 理财网页.

更多信息

Reach out to the Office of 国际项目 or 爱尔兰的研究 department for additional program information.

爱尔兰国家广播电台 

The RTE (爱尔兰国家广播电台) broadcast on July 21, 2014, highlighted Connemara West (AQ's main Irish partner for the 爱尔兰 Program), its successes in community engagement, and Aquinas' influential role in that success. Connemara West owns and manages the cottages which serve as the campus for our 爱尔兰 Program. Connemara West也是先锋 many rural community development organizations in the areas of Tully Cross and Letterfrack. Many of these organizations host Aquinas students as interns during the 爱尔兰 Program 学期. The program aired on 'Today with Sean O'Rourke.这是RTE最受欢迎的 mid-morning radio show with 312,000 people tuning in.

EAUC: The Alliance for Sustainability Leadership in Education

Aquinas Sociology professor and 爱尔兰 Program Director in 2018, Michael Lorr, wrote a blog post about connecting rural and urban sustainability for the EAUC highlighting 爱尔兰计划. 你可以读他的文章 在这里.

木头TV8

作为他们的圣. Patrick’s Day coverage, Wood TV interviewed 爱尔兰的研究 professor and 爱尔兰 Program Director Michelle DeRose and student Lauren Krueger. 他们是 able to share a bit about how they celebrated and the program. 你可以阅读这篇文章 然后看面试 在这里.

海外教育基金

Student Lauren Krueger was selected to receive an Inclusive 爱尔兰 Access Partner Scholarship from 海外教育基金. As part of the terms of the scholarship, she wrote a series of blog posts about her experiences, which you can find and read 在这里.

学生做指南: Advice and Information about studying abroad in the Emerald Isle

 

联系信息

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