PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL INFORMATION

• Minimum 2.85 G.P.A.
• Good academic standing at home university
• One letter of recommendation
• One official transcript
• Completed API application
• 4 passport-size photos
• Housing: Student dorms
• Entry Requirement: Valid Passport and supporting documentation

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS

• 6 semester credit hours

EXCURSIONS

SUMMER

• Dublin
• East Cork
• Gougane Barra
• The Rock of Cashel

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

The Faculty of Arts Summer School in Irish Studies at University College Cork runs for four weeks during July each summer. It draws on the expertise of established scholars in the disciplines of literature, history, archaeology, Irish language and music. The program consists of morning lectures, afternoon seminars and one weekend trip. In addition, there are regular cultural events such as theater and traditional music nights. The School is conducted at the 300 level (upper division) and is suitable for students of history and literature, post-graduates, teachers and researchers in Irish Studies and those generally interested in Irish culture.

CREDIT INFORMATION

Students will take two classes, for a total of 6 semester credits, 3 CREDITS IN HISTORY AND 3 CREDITS IN LITERATURE. The course selection may vary and no course is guaranteed.

TRANSCRIPTS

API students will receive their transcript from the University College Cork National University of Ireland.