Ecology: Living Landscapes in the West of Ireland

Galway, Ireland
Ecology: Living Landscapes in the West of Ireland

About the Program

Take a deep dive into Irish physical and social ecology through a dynamic combination of class seminars and fieldwork. Explore how Irish landscapes are created and maintained through both natural and anthropogenic activities. Field trips facilitate contact with the Irish countryside, flora, fauna and conservation practitioners. By introducing key elements in geology, hydrology, and ecology, you'll hone your field skills in species identification and gain an understanding of the essential conservation and sustainable management practices that are unique to the living landscapes of Western Ireland.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Galway

Dates:

6/16/18 - 6/30/18

Price:

$2,995

Credits:

3

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

5/15/18

Requirements

Transcript - Official
NUIG Application Form
Complete Application
$95 Online Application Fee
Copy of Passport
Digital Photo

Eligibility

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum GPA:

3.0

Education
Completed:

2 Years of College

Other:

Previous coursework in Ecology, Environmental Science, Geography, Botany, Zoology, Natural History, or Natural Heritage required.

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3

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Enroll in an ecology course in June and earn 5 credits (up to 75 contact hours). The course highlights different parts of the western landscape and includes both ecological seminars and fieldwork. Class meets Monday-Friday.

Upon confirmation of your participation in the program, we’ll register you in the module. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Living Landscapes of Connemara and Joyce Country 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Galway. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
June 16
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at Shannon Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

June 17
Orientation

Mandatory CEA Orientation will be held.

June 17
Welcome Reception

CEA Welcome Reception will be held.

June 18
Orientation

Mandatory NUIG Orientation will be held.

June 18
Classes Begin

Classes begin at NUIG on this day.

June 29
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at NUIG.

June 30
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$2,995
$2,995
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$275
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$800
$1,500
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$135
$135
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$28
$364
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$221
$473
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$189
$473
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$63
$315
TOTAL EXPENSES $4,431 $6,530