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Course Dates: March 10 – 25, 2026
Travel Dates: March 12 – 22, 2026
Join SPC’s Veterinary Technology program for an unforgettable study abroad in Ireland! This unique program combines hands-on training in real veterinary settings with the chance to explore Ireland’s stunning landscapes and rich culture.
We will start in Dublin, then head north to Northern Ireland to collaborate with local students at North West Regional College in Derry and Limavady. You’ll gain practical experience with animals, make international connections, and discover new perspectives on veterinary care.
Explore amazing sites like the Giant’s Causeway, a visit to Belfast’s iconic Titanic Museum and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, travel, and grow!
Think you can’t afford to study abroad? Scholarships and other ways to fund your study abroad program are available. Explore scholarship options now.
Available course – Students will be enrolled in the course listed below for spring 2026 in order to be able to participate.
Note: Students must confirm with an academic advisor that they meet all college enrollment requirements AND course prerequisites to be eligible to enroll in the course listed. Once accepted into the program, students will be notified of the Course Number and enrollment dates/deadlines.
Students receiving financial aid must confirm with a financial aid advisor whether their study abroad course will be covered by financial aid.
ATE 2947 – Veterinary Technology Practicum Work Experience V – 1 credit
Professor: Tricia Gorham
After you submit the application online, we will review it and an automatic email will be sent to your college email with details of your next steps, including scheduling your interview with the Ireland program lead faculty. Contact Tricia Gorham (727)302-6733 , with any specific questions about the program.
Other SPC Study Abroad trips
Learn more about other Study Abroad countries where SPC students have made their mark.
Student Travel Blog – For a taste of what it’s like to study abroad, or to follow our students as they travel, read posts from the Study Abroad blog below.
Taking this study abroad trip with SPC taught me more than sitting in a classroom ever could. The people we met, places we saw, and experiences we had are things I will never forget and memories that I will have forever. We visited many cities including Dublin, Cork, Belfast, and Kilkenny. The nerves I had … Continue reading SPC Ireland: I would definitely encourage you to take the class!
I had the privilege of participating in SPC’s Ireland study abroad trip this summer. During which, I explored the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland- two halves of a courageous and spirited nation. Visiting the country my grandmother grew up in was as enlightening as it was mesmerizing. We traveled, be it by bus, train, … Continue reading SPC Ireland: I promise it’s worth it!
Beginning any new journey comes with nerves and an eagerness that feels all consuming. From the moment I discovered the opportunity for the Ireland study abroad trip with SPC, through an email on my student account, I was counting down the days to exploring the world outside of the United States for the first time. … Continue reading SPC Ireland: The Unforgotten Path
Every journey begins with wonder. One wonders if the right path will be chosen. Maybe there’s a little apprehension in whom will be met along the way. Thoughts jump back and forth between excitement about what’s ahead and concerns over what was packed. What will the weather be like? Will I fit in with my … Continue reading SPC Ireland: An honor to take this journey of a lifetime!