We arrange and deliver short faculty-led programs for schools, colleges and universities
We will customize your program for you to suit required learning outcomes. We will also support all of your logistic requirements in Ireland – classes, field trips, transport, accommodation and meals.
How Our Programs Work
A typical study trip to Ireland with the Institute of Study Abroad Ireland is between 9 and 16 days in Ireland. We often begin the process by inviting study abroad directors and/or interested faculty to attend our site visit/professional development trips to Ireland. These five-day visits to Ireland are an excellent way to prepare for a sustainable, affordable, academically focused study trip for students.You can also join an online professional development seminar, and view an introductory tutorial on preparing to lead an educational trip to Ireland.
Each student study trip is tailored to the requirements of the faculty and institution. We will co-design a program that will be a relevant and effective course component. This may be an interdisciplinary program, or it may be focused on a particular field of studies. Either way, our expert lecturers will work with you until the study program has the learning outcomes you require. Our team will make sure that the classroom work, field trips, cultural activities, meals and accommodation are all coordinated for you, that the program is academically robust and professional, safe, enjoyable and affordable. Sounds too good to be true?
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Our Campus is located in County Donegal, on the Atlantic Coast. This area of Ireland is famous for breath-taking scenery, wonderful history, and the friendliest people in Ireland. Although we are based in Donegal, we travel to many other parts of Ireland, including Dublin City and the counties of Meath, Cavan, Fermanagh, Sligo, Leitrim, and Derry. County Donegal is one of the most one of the most historic, beautiful, and scenic counties in the Republic. We are in the town of Bundoran, which is famous for surfing and for a traditional Irish welcome. We are very close to the Ocean, known here as ‘The Wild Atlantic Way’. Weather is usually a daily mix of sunshine, rain, and wind, and you need to bring appropriate clothing depending on the time of year.
Our Atlantic Campus is on the main street of Bundoran, and it is called the Atlantic Apartotel. There are self-catering apartments for your comfort, and within the same building, we have a large comfortable lobby, the 51 Main Street pub, a small pool, hot tub, and sauna. Our classroom areas, and our breakfast area are in the same building as your apartment.
Apartments are usually shared between 2-4 persons, and there is a night porter available and reception assistance at all times. Participants can request to stay with friends, if travelling together. If you are on a meal plan, you can expect a continental breakfast of cereal, tea/ coffee, breads and pastries, cold meats & fruit, and a two-course restaurant-style dinner most evenings. Vegetarians and Vegans are easily accommodated. Other dietary considerations should be advised in advance when filling out your Trip Forms. You also have your own cooking facilities and access to local stores, and you can stock up on favourite snacks and suppers.
Ireland is a friendly country, and American visitors of all backgrounds, ethnicities and cultures are most welcome. We extend a very warm welcome to all our guests, and we create an inclusive atmosphere, which we expect all will respect.
Our program will involve classroom learning in our Atlantic Campus, site-visits to historic and cultural landmarks, workshops with experts in various fields, plus some extra activities to make your time in Ireland unforgettable!
Irish weather is never extreme- but it is can be unpredictable, and very changeable. There can be sunny days in January and rainy days in Summer! There are very few days however where the weather would interrupt our activities. Make sure to pack swimming trunks and a raincoat!
Institute of Study Abroad Ireland is happy to help with getting the word out about your study abroad program. We can provide publication ready artwork, digital assets, video, and more to help you attract students.
We deliver a broad range of lessons covering multiple disciplines
General Learning Outcomes
Many of our students who have come to Ireland had not previously traveled abroad. Every single student we have had here, without exception, called it a ‘life-changing’ experience. Each student described the outcome as entirely positive, engaging and formative. Ireland is friendly, and people are interested in meeting with students. It is a great first step into the wider world, and for many, the first of many journeys.
- Experience of global travel
- Experience of a different culture
- Personal development
- History in context –social, cultural, economic and political development of a community through time
- Critical comparison and evaluation
- Social codes and Social difference
Specific Learning OUtcomes
We customize the study trip to suit the required outcomes. Together, with your faculty, we draw up a curriculum that fits what you want. Critical and comparative thinking are at the core of all we teach and we emphasize shared narratives, common experience, empathy and global citizenship.
Start Planning your Trip
If you are interested in bringing a group to Ireland, or would simply like some more information on our courses, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.
Call our Irish office:
+353 87 294 1232 (9-5 GMT)
Email: info@isaireland.com
Skype: irelandstudyabroad