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NOTE: Program complete.
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Travel: May 12 – 23, 2019
Courses: 2 options – March 15 – June 2, 2019 or May 12 – July 1, 2019
The primary goal of the course is to introduce students to cross cultural comparisons of sociological learning objectives related to the topic of social problems. These include (but are not limited to) education, economy, substance abuse, healthcare, homelessness, religion, and crime/social deviance. This program will have two term registration options for students with the travel occurring over the same dates for each term. Students may either register for the class during the Spring 0550 term with face to face instruction occurring prior to the travel abroad or register for the class during the Summer 0555 term with online instruction occurring following the travel abroad experience.
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Available courses – Students must enroll in the course listed below. Note: Please talk to an advisor to ensure you have met all college enrollment requirements AND course prerequisites.
Professor: Dr. David Liebert
Lead faculty contacts
After you submit the application online, we will review your application and e-mail you with details of scheduling your interview with the Ireland program lead faculty, Dr. David Liebert, (727)712-5776.
Other SPC Study Abroad programs
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 in Ireland, or to follow our students as they travel, read posts from the Ireland blog below.
Today class lasted from 10am to 12pm. It was an interesting class. We discussed how individuals change when their settings, or given roles change. It was mostly what would happen if “good” people were taken, and placed into “bad” environment. We also discussed religion, and how different religions saw each other and why. It was … Continue reading Earning psychology credit in Derry, Ireland! by Erin Hulse
It’s crazy to think that it’s already approaching more than halfway through the trip! Time is going incredibly fast here in Ireland! Our day started with arising with the sun to catch Willie and the bus at 930. I’d never been so taken back until I saw the first sights of the Giants Causeway! And … Continue reading Witnessing Nature’s Beauty in Ireland by Shannon Barrett
Today is our second class! Social psych is not exactly what I expected, that is not at all a bad thing either. I had no idea how similar it could be to international relations. It is very interesting. The jet lag is finally starting to catch up with my immune system, but I am striving … Continue reading I have so much respect for the people of Derry and their pride in their town. by Alison Hunt
On this beautiful day, we explored the famous historical Walls of Derry, Ireland. The small city of Derry has a long history of sectarian tension and violence. The tour educated us on the civil wars, upheavals, sieges and art of the ancient city. Throughout the tour the guide explained the war during the 17th Century … Continue reading Exploring Historical Derry, Ireland by Natalie McDade
Today was our first full day in Derry, Ireland. This city compared to Dublin is very diverse, yet similar. These cities are both unique, interesting, and historical in their own ways. The first thing I noticed about Derry was it is a lot smaller than Dublin, but seemed to hold a more historical point of … Continue reading Our first day in Derry, Ireland by Erin Hulse
From breakfast to 2:45 one part of the group went off to find the Dublin Castle and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The walk was shorter than I was expecting to the Castle, and we were greeted to an impressive site; Dublin Castle is a combination of a couple buildings, parts of the old castle with a … Continue reading Travelling through Gorgeous Irish Landscapes! by Erin Hibbs
We woke up early enough this morning to have time to rush off and grab a quick bite to eat before heading to the museum. We ended up having breakfast at KC Peaches and it was delicious, also a great place for vegetarians/vegans. Alison was exited to find that they had iced mocha’s since she … Continue reading Earning SPC Credits while Exploring Derry! by Teresa Goff
I am usually a very easy going person although I am known to stress a lot about the small things. But unlike these small things that were stressful, I had a huge other path to overcome. It was an enormous baby step that took part in my travels. From taking my first flight ever that … Continue reading My eyes gasped seeing the amount of green and the landscape of Ireland! by Shannon Barrett
Interested in the Ireland Study Abroad program? Check out the website to learn more! View the video below for a special message from the faculty!
View the group presentations from the Ireland Study Abroad 2013 students. Group 1: Group 2: