Irish Culture Abroad
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 2026, Texas A&M University-Texarkana students will have the opportunity to study abroad in Ireland, staying in the city of Cork, on the University College Cork (UCC) campus. Accommodations will be provided in university housing, and course offerings include literature, sociology, and integrated studies with an emphasis on Irish culture. Program costs and transportation details are still being determined. Faculty and staff contacts for the program are Dr. Bill Lancaster, Dr. Kim Murray, Dr. Jenni deBie, and Celeste McNeil.
Dates: Summer I 2026:
June 1: Irish Culture Abroad in person orientation
June 1-9: Classes begin
June 10: Depart DFW to Dublin; bus to Cork
June 10-24: Explore Ireland and the Irish culture
June 25: Depart Ireland for DFW
June 26-July 3: 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 chartered 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: Development of the Irish Novel
- Sociology 1301: Introduction to Sociology
- Sociology 497: Special Topics: Irish Culture
- IS 1300: The Human Experience
- Honors 497: Special Topics (This could also pair with another upper-division or graduate course as well.)
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.