Dublin, Ireland

History, Politics & Social Change

Study Abroad
Program Options:
Global Pillars Courses, Part-Time Internship
Length:
Fall, Spring
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At a Glance

Program Dates:

  • Academic Year 2024: Early September - Late April
  • Spring 2025: January 13 - April 26
  • Fall 2025: September 01 - December 13

Credits:

15 to 19 per Semester

Estimated Cost:

$19,370

Visa Required:

Maybe

Housing:

Residence Hall

Language of Instruction:

English

Language Prerequisites:

None

Part-Time Internship (Optional):

Included in Program Fee

About the Program

Previously known as Irish Studies, the new and enhanced Dublin semester program is now called History, Politics & Social Change. All the great things about Irish Studies are wrapped up in this expanded version. In this history-focused program, you learn about Irish culture through courses in the humanities and social sciences that focus on themes of tradition, change, and identity in modern Ireland. Choose from a plethora of IES Abroad courses taught by local, expert faculty. Supplement your courses with a part-time internship and take advantage of field trips outside of the city.

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Gain Firsthand Experience

Add a part-time internship.

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Learn from Experts

Join your professors on course-related trips around the city.

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Explore the Neighborhoods

Walk along the River Liffey and meander through the city.

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Walk in the Footsteps of the Greats

Walk the same streets as authors James Joyce and William Butler Yeats.

Fall 2025

Program Dates:

September 01 - December 13

Application Deadline:

Estimated Cost:

$
19,370

Program Advisor

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Macey Schondel

Once you’ve applied for a program, I’ll be your direct point of contact. From housing to course registration and everything in between, I’m here to help you prepare to study abroad. Once you’re accepted to your program, you’ll find even more detailed information about what you need to know before you depart in your Predeparture Guide. Let’s get started!

📱 800.995.2300 ✉️ study@IESabroad.org

About the Destination

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Why Dublin?

Dublin welcomes you to experience life in the cultural and economic heart of Ireland. Known for its world-class art and music scene, your Irish education extends beyond the classroom when you listen to live music in Temple Bar or take in a show at the famed Abbey Theatre. See Irish literature come to life as you walk the same streets as authors George Bernard Shaw, Edna O'Brien, James Joyce, and William Butler Yeats.

Learn More About Dublin

Get to Know Your New City

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Take a Day Trip

Explore and hike along the coast just a short train ride from the city.

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Catch a Live Performance

Venture to the theatre, or enjoy live music at your local pub.

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Taste the Local Food

Sink your teeth into the various fresh and delicious foods of Dublin.

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Visit the Book of Kells

See this lavishly illuminated manuscript in the Library of Trinity College.

The Student Experience

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Program Dates

Spring 2025

Program Dates:

January 13 - April 26

Application Deadline:

Fall 2025

Program Dates:

September 01 - December 13

Application Deadline:

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