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Summer
Dublin, Ireland
Resident
• Clear interest and commitment
• Demonstrated preparedness/maturity
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Good academic and disciplinary standing
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing
• STEM/Engineering major
• Successful completion of appropriate prerequisites and corequisites in math and physics
• Approval by UI Study Abroad
• Participation in orientation programming
• Deadline: January 29
Check the 'Costs' section under the Application tab.
International experiences offer students the opportunity to observe and engage in engineering as a global profession. Participants on this program in particular will benefit from the following professional development opportunities:
To learn more about this program, watch the YouTube video: Big 10 UCD Physics and History Summer School.
All participants must enroll the following courses, earning 7 semester hours (s.h.) of Iowa resident credit. Each course is taught by UCD faculty.
This course satisfies the PHYS:1612 with lab requirement (or equivalent).
Course Description
The principal aim of this course is to provide a firm understanding of physical concepts and processes leaning heavily upon standard physics U.S. textbooks. Another principal aim of the course will be to apply the concepts learnt to recent advances in our understanding of science in general. In particular, ways in which engineering applications may be better understood from a physics viewpoint will be stressed. The treatment of calculus is as per standard engineering courses- it is used in instruction, and examined in the MCQ or written papers.
Course Description
The module seeks to recreate the excitement, turmoil and difficulties of modern Irish history. It will outline and explain the course of the Irish Revolution that established an independent Ireland, and investigate the lasting legacies of that period that can still be felt today. The module will also look at current challenges faced by Ireland, notably by examining the legacies of the conflict in Northern Ireland and the Peace Process culminating in the Good Friday Agreement, and the impact that the border continues to have on Irish life against the backdrop of the impending exit of the United Kingdom from the European Union.
Your courses will be graded using the US letter grade system. University College Dublin will send your grade report to the University of Iowa several weeks after the end of your program. Your grades will then be applied to your UI and cumulative GPA as resident credit.
Students can expect their grades to appear on their UI grade report around two or three months after they return from studying abroad.
Students will receive an orientation from UCD staff on arrival to Dublin. UCD will also provide a cultural program for students to engage in the local and surrounding communities. The program will include two day-trips to places of cultural significance in and around Dublin.
Program dates vary by session. Dates for future sessions are expected to be similar to previous sessions, and will be finalized be early spring.
Dates for the Summer 2025 session will be: May 25 - July 11.
Study Abroad
1111 University Capitol Centre
Iowa City, IA 52242
Phone: 319-335-0353
Email: study-abroad@uiowa.edu
University College Dublin (UCD), the largest university in Ireland, is ranked as the #2 university in Ireland according to U.S. News and World Report, founded in 1854. The university focuses on research and innovation, including large-scale collaborations with industry, and multidisciplinary research.
Dublin is a vibrant, European capital city of historical and cultural importance. From its many theaters to its beautiful parks to its friendly, cozy pubs, Dublin is an excellent place to be educated and entertained.
Ireland is an island in the North Atlantic Ocean. The country of Ireland (properly referred to as the Republic of Ireland) shares the island with Northern Ireland. The Republic of Ireland is an independent country that is a member of the European Union. Northern Ireland is the name of the other country on Ireland, and is a member of the United Kingdom along with Scotland, Wales, and England.
Ireland is a nation of about 4.5 million people. Ireland’s friendly population, gorgeous natural environment, unique culture, and rich history make it a fantastic place to study. Ireland’s contribution to literature written in English and indeed other languages is immense, and so the country is an ideal destination for students who want to make the exploration of literature and language the focus of their time abroad.
CELT: Corpus of Electronic Texts
Historical Walking Tours of Dublin
The 1916 Rebellion
Kilmainham Goal
Irish Culture & Customs
The Irish Language
The Irish Traditional Music Archive
The US Department of State provides safety and security information for every country of the world to help you assess for yourself the risks of travel. Each country information page contains a Travel Advisory, Alerts, and other important details specific to that country that could affect you.
Pay close attention to the entry and exit requirements, local laws and customs, health conditions, and other details to help decide whether traveling to any given country is right for you. Non-US citizen travelers may also wish to seek guidance from the embassy of their country of citizenship. The UI International Travel Policy for Students addresses restrictions on student travel to high-risk locations and engagement in high-risk activities abroad.
Students will be housed in UCD campus housing in single occupancy bedrooms. Each room shares a common kitchen and bathroom in pods of 3-4 rooms per ‘pod’. Student housing provides free wi-fi, and access to laundry facilities. Bed linens are provided. UCD provides weekly bed linen and towel change.
All students will be given a UCD meal plan consisting of lunch and dinner during the work week (Monday - Friday). On the weekends, excursions, and holidays, students will be responsible for their own meals. The main dining hall is closed on the weekends and holidays, but there are cafes and restaurants close to campus.
If you do not have a passport, it is important that you apply for one as soon as possible to ensure you receive it before the program begins. US citizens can find more information about how to apply for a passport on the US Department of State’s website.
Important notice for students without a valid passport or whose passport will expire within the next 12 months:US citizens can find more information about how to renew a passport on the US Department of State’s website.
Students with a valid passport should check the expiration date. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months AFTER the anticipated return to the US from studying abroad. If your passport is not valid for at least 6 months after your anticipated date of return to the US, you must renew your passport before applying for the visa you will need to enter your host country.
Expedited processing service is available for US passports (although this still takes several weeks and is at an additional cost). UI Study Abroad encourages students to ask the passport agency at the time of application whether expedited service is recommended.
Students who are not US citizens should contact their consulate for more information if they need to get a new passport or renew their passport.
Do not purchase plane tickets until you have received instructions on how to do so from UI Study Abroad or UCD.
Travel to Dublin: UI Study Abroad will not arrange a group flight to Dublin for this program. Participants will make their own travel arrangements to Dublin with guidance from UI Study Abroad. The cost of travel to Dublin is not included in the course fee.
Dublin has an excellent public transportation system comprised of buses and a light rail. A transportation pass for each student is included in the program fee. Dublin's modern, international airport provides a hub to all major European capital cities.
This program is open to University of Iowa students who fulfill the following requirements:
Students will be responsible for paying many of their program costs through their University of Iowa U-Bill, while other costs will be out-of-pocket costs paid by the student directly to vendors before and after going abroad. Refer to the cost sheets below for details on the costs associated with this program.
The cost sheets outline the total estimated costs associated with participating in this program and can be used for financial aid purposes. They include fees charged on students’ U-Bill as well as out-of-pocket expenses. Actual out-of-pocket expenses will vary from individual to individual. Quoted estimates are conservatively high, yet realistic.
Costs for future sessions are usually similar to the current session, however students can expect a modest increase in overall costs each session. Final cost sheets for future sessions are typically available early in the semester before the session begins.
The cost sheets are based on the fees described below:
Cost sheets do not include the following optional costs:
Costs for personal travel are not included in the cost estimates provided on the cost sheet. If you plan to travel outside of your host city or country during or after your study abroad program, you will need to budget for additional funds to cover the cost of your personal travel.
The cost of personal travel depends entirely on each student’s individual travel plans and spending habits. Estimates for personal travel costs provided by past students on this program vary significantly from $800 to as much as $6,000 or more per session.
You can find information about options for funding your study abroad experience, including financial aid, scholarships, grants, etc, on UI Study Abroad’s Funding Website.
If you are accepted to the program, you will be asked to commit to participating in your program by submitting the University of Iowa Confirmation of Participation form by mid-February.
After you have formally confirmed your plans to participate, you will work both with UI Study Abroad and UCD. Follow instructions from both. Later in the semester, your UI study abroad advisor will contact you regarding orientation sessions, registration, and other required UI procedures and documentation.
The application deadline for Summer session are due on January 29.
All students preparing to study abroad should review the following:
Iowa Regents CISI Health Insurance Information
Students are also encouraged to complete the Health Preparation Guide for International Travelform with their medical practitioner. This document is intended to help you plan for your medical needs abroad. Please DO NOT turn this form in to UI Study Abroad.
All program participants are required to complete immigration requirements to enter and study in your host country. UI Study Abroad and your program provider/host institution abroad will provide you with immigration instructions prior to departure.
Note that permission to enter and study in your host country is provided exclusively by the host country’s government based on that country's immigration requirements. Your host country’s immigration requirements may include considerations related to specific national origin, national heritage, criminal background status, and similar issues that can make it impossible to receive permission to enter the country in some cases. Contact your UI study abroad advisor for more information.
It is essential that you thoroughly review all of your immigration materials before you leave for your host country to ensure that they are absolutely complete and accurate. It is entirely your responsibility to ensure that all of your immigration materials are in order and fully accurate before you leave for your host country. If any of your immigration materials contain inaccurate information of any kind, contact your UI study abroad advisor immediately to discuss your options.
Do not take steps to complete your host country’s immigration requirements until you receive more information from UI Study Abroad.
In order to prepare for your time abroad, you are required by the University of Iowa to complete two orientations. These may be in addition to orientations provided by your on-site provider. See below for more information.
You are required to complete the International Programs ICON course "Education Abroad Pre-Departure Orientation" prior to departure. This orientation is mandatory for all students going abroad under the auspices of the University of Iowa. It covers many practical matters about living overseas, such as health and safety, communication, money, goals, and much more. You will be enrolled in this course by International Programs and an email will be sent to you once enrolled. If you have any questions, you can email safety-abroad@uiowa.edu.
This orientation will be facilitated by your study abroad advisor and will cover content specific to your program and host country. It could be conducted in a group setting or one-on-one depending on your type of planned activity abroad. Your study abroad advisor will send you more information about this mandatory in-person session.