Ireland Abroad
Alert! Study Abroad in Ireland is back on for Summer I – 2027.
Photo: The main building at University College Cork is built of stone, surrounds the quadrangle, and features a central tower with battlements.
In June of 2027, Texas A&M University-Texarkana students will travel to Ireland to study the literature and the culture that influenced that literature, staying in the city of Cork on the University College Cork (UCC) campus. Accommodations will be provided in university housing, and course offerings include English 2331-World Literature, with an emphasis on Irish culture and literature, and English 497/597: Special Topics: The Irish Novel. Program costs will be determined soon. For more program information, contact Dr. Bill Lancaster or Dr. Jennifer Davis.
Dates: Summer I 2027:
June 1: Irish Abroad in person orientation
June 2: Classes begin
June 8: Depart DFW to Dublin; bus to Cork
June 9-22: Explore Ireland and the Irish culture
June 23: Depart Ireland for DFW
June 24-July 2: Complete course work for Summer I classes.
Locations: Cork, Ireland with trips to various locations and time to explore on your own or in groups.
Accommodations: On the UCC campus
Cost: To be determined
Transportation: Individually planned and purchased flights to Dublin and back. Group bus to and from Cork.
Passport: Apply at the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs website
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Photo: St. Canise's Cathedral in Kilkenny features a tower that rises above the main building and overlooks the surrounding area. People are allowed to climb the tower and see the view from the top.
Courses available:
- English 2331: World Literature (Irish Literature)
- English 497/597: Special Topics: The Irish Novel
Photo: This view of St. Mary's Cathedral was taken from the tower of St. Canise's and shows it's massive steeple rising above the church.