Staff Corner
From the remote desk of Cara Simon
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning how to dance in the rain.” Vivian Greene
Summer Schools
Summer Abroad. Broaden your horizons.
Ireland & United Kingdom
Summer semester
Many Study Areas
Scholarships up to €1000 are available
Overseas study is a powerful motivator and can offer many inspirational experiences to help students in their academic, personal and career goals. Can’t do a full semester, why not study abroad for a summer!
Our summer programmes are offered by some of the best institutions and locations in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
We believe that not all classrooms have walls and you will develop cultural awareness as a global citizen with plenty of access to local life, field trips and cultural excursions.
Our locations include:
- lreland
- United Kingdom
- Spain
What will I learn?
We can offer students a wide choice of courses by working in close partnership with international host institutions.
At each university, your options will span many majors. From sports science and theatre, to business, or even law , we have the ability to find the perfect course for you.
Students need their course choices approved by their home academic advisor to gain approval from their host institution.
Our host institutions include universities from the United Kingdom and Ireland. Where will your Summer Abroad take you?
What support is there for me?
Our Summer Abroad Programmes are carefully-designed by each partner offering high levels of support to create a safe, welcoming and secure learning environment.
We will organise an airport transfer so your journey is stress-free and upon arrival at the host institution, you will be welcomed, given a site tour and receive a welcome pack during orientation.
From offering guidance about visas and the application procedure, to sharing first-hand local knowledge, our dedicated staff are always on-hand to assist students. We provide excellent academic support and offer a 24/7 emergency helpline to ensure the wellbeing of each student.
Where Will I Live?
Students are based in safe, comfortable living spaces that are within easy-reach of campus. Typically, student accommodation is either on or off-campus in single or twin rooms with ensuite or communal bathroom facilities. Sharing with local students or with other study abroad students, you will have access to WiFi and laundry services.
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Excursions and Cultural Programme
We believe that learning outside of the classroom is essential and students are encouraged to experience all their host country has to offer.
Each summer school has a culture and excursion programme which runs in conjunction with classes. More information is listed on their programme pages above.
*Excursions will vary depending on university and location.
"Studying abroad in Dublin has been a once in a lifetime thing. There are always the ideas that come from dreams as to what will be, but what we can not dream is the experiences that are to come. No one can predict the friends made along the way, the shock at difference in cultures, or even the beauty of the country side. The experience of actually submerging yourself into something and somewhere entirely new opens the mind to view the world in a way that had never previously been possible, and being able to study while doing this makes it all the better. I won’t lie, in the beginning I had a lot of anxieties and worries surrounding the idea of actually studying abroad, but at this point I can honestly say it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made."
Hailey FalkSemester Abroad, George Mason University, 2019 
What's Included:
- Pre-departure advising and guidance
- Tuition and registration fees
- Student residence or apartment near campus (varies by location)
- Airport transfer on arrival
- In-country orientation and advising support throughout study abroad programme
- 24/7 Emergency support hotline
- Excursions and cultural activities
- Official Transcript
- Meal plan (vary by location)
Airfare, in-country transportation, international health insurance (madatory), materials for class, meals, visa fees, and spending money aren’t included.
Student Support & Visas
We are here to offer advice on all aspects of your programme including course choices, booking flights, health insurance and all other pre-departure enquiries.
Each country will have its own visa regulations. Students are responsible for obtaining a relevant visa and requirements will differ depending on your choice of destination. We will support you during your visa and immigration process.
Application Deadlines
Ireland
March 15 – Summer 2020
United Kingdom
March 15 – Summer 2020
Scholarships
We’re delighted to offer up to €1000 per student, that are deducted off the final payment.
Scholarship applications can be submitted as part of the general semester application. You must have a 3.0 GPA to apply. The scholarship section has two parts: a one-page essay about why study abroad is important to you, and a choice of how you might record your experience (with a blog & instagram updates or video-blog and testimonial).
Costs
- There’s an application fee of €95 and a participant commitment fee of €500 that are both non-refundable.
- Airfare, in-country transportation, mandatory health insurance, some meals, visa fees and spending money aren’t included.
- Costs will vary by location and university, please contact us for more information.
How To Get In Touch
If you want to talk to me about your semester abroad please email me today to set up a call.
