Service Learning

About the Program

Service learning offers students the opportunity to combine theory and practice while also making a positive contribution to communities in Dublin. This type of experiential learning can be life changing for both the student and the communities they serve. Students take a 3 credit course in Service Learning which combines a placement and an academic component throughout the semester. Students also take up to 4 other courses (see list below). This program is available in fall and spring only.

Requirements

To make an application please provide the following documents:

  • Up to date and appropriate résumé;

  • Letter of motivation

  • ILA Application Form (online)

  • Transcript of results

Please note the Minimum GPA is 2.75.

Application deadlines

Fall semester - June 30th

Spring semester - October 31st

Typical areas for placement

Service learning placements are typically in voluntary organizations, community groups, NGO’s or state-sponsored agencies. Students must be aware that their primary focus must be to offer service to the particular group they are working with. Students can expect to spend between 4 - 6 hours weekly in their placement. The following is a sample list of placements:

pre-school and after-school clubs, community support groups, active retired groups, Alzheimer care, literacy groups, working with people with different forms of disability, ecology and the environment groups, migrant groups, homeless agencies.

Program structure - Fall or Spring

For this program, you will take the Service Learning course plus 3/4 courses in your chosen area. The main areas are:

  • Irish Studies

  • International Business

  • Liberal Arts

Credits

In fall and spring you must enroll for at least four courses to satisfy the immigration requirements of your stay in Ireland.

Each course is 3 credits and will meet for 45 contact hours. Elective courses generally meet 2 times per week, Monday-Thursday.

It’s vitally important you discuss the total credits and choice of courses you plan to take with your home institution. 

COURSES

Irish Studies:

History of Ireland, Popular Culture in Ireland, Irish Literature, Social & Economic Aspects of Ireland

International Business:

International Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Digital Media, International Business, Cross-Cultural Management, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Sales Management, Business Law, Business Finance & Accounting

Liberal Arts:

Service Learning (mandatory), Child Psychology, Social Psychology, Psychology of Marketing, Communication & Global Competence, Climate Change and Societal Transition

Further information

Number of credits in fall or spring: 12-15

Price: $14500