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YOUR PROGRAMME INCLUDES:
- Airport shuttle: We will offer bus transfers throughout the day on Jun 27th 2025 to bring you from Dublin airport to Maynooth University. If you arrive on a different date you will be required to make your own way to campus – we can provide information on the options.
- Transport: All transport for field trips and all optional excursions.
- Orientation: Welcome orientation presentation followed by optional tour of Dublin.
- Tuition: Full tuition for your academic courses and transcripts.
- On Campus Accommodation: Single rooms in a shared apartment (5 mins walk to lecture halls).
- Field Trips: At least one field trip per academic class.
- Excursions: Two optional day trips to Galway and Kilkenny City plus a walking tour around Dublin city on arrival weekend.
- Activities: Evening social activities and sports activities organised each week.
- Meals: Cooked breakfast & lunch Monday-Thursday.
- Staff: We will have dedicated Programme Coordinators who will live on-campus throughout the programme to assist you, answer any questions you may have and accompany you on trips and excursions
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?:
- Private/personnel travel while in Maynooth University.
- Evening meals each day and all meals on non-class days.
- Travel and Medical Insurance (you must ensure you have adequate insurance - see below)
- International Flights to and from Ireland.
- Incidentals.
Medical Insurance
All participants must have valid medical/health insurance for the duration of the program. This is both a Maynooth University and an immigration requirement.
Please note that the running of the Maynooth University International Summer School is subject to sufficient student numbers.
We look forward to receiving your application soon.
Pick two courses to take as part of your summer school programme - one from 'Stream A' and one from 'Stream B'
Please note all classes are subject to change before December 20th 2024.
Courses carry either 5 ECTS or 7.5 ECTS.
5 ECTS can equate to either 2.5 or 3 US credits but please check with your home advisor.
We teach all courses with 40+ contact hours and you will have class 4 days a week, 5 hours of class per day. All courses also include at least one field trip where you can explore sites relevant to your course material.
Eligibility: Students must be over the age of 18 when participating in the summer school, have completed one year of university with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 545 (paper based) or equivalent is required if English is not your first language.
Please note that the running of all classes are subject to sufficient student numbers.
CLASS SYLLABUS
All syllabi can be found here:
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL SYLLABI MASTER DOC
AN 303SS/Anthropology: 5 ECTS - Stream A
Introduction to the Anthropology of Ireland
In this class, students explore Ireland’s economic, social and cultural challenges and look at how Ireland’s present-day multiplicity intersects with the traditional image of rural, mono cultural and Catholicism. The class analyses manifestations of Irish culture such as dance and language, how they are reproduced, and what meanings they hold.
MN 313SS/Business: 5 ECTS - Stream A
International Marketing
This class focuses on marketing management in global organisations and introduces students to the nature and complexity of international marketing strategy. Students will identify opportunities and challenges associated with expansion into new geographical markets and formulate strategies for product development and promotion.
MN 329SS/Business: 5 ECTS - Stream B
Social Media
This class addresses the many issues surrounding the use of social media in business and marketing channels, exploring how individuals and firms navigate social media to gain a competitive edge. It undertakes a practical examination of how to make use of social media for the purposes of customer acquisition, information gathering, the maintenance of business contacts, market design, and decision-making.
MN 215SS/Business: 5 ECTS - Stream B
International Business
This class focuses on international aspects in management theory and literature. Students will discuss approaches to ethics, negotiation, motivation, and management and leadership across countries, considering the importance of understanding and embracing difference across countries.
KD310SS/International Development: 5 ECTS - Stream B
Global Development Issues and Responses
This class explores the big challenges facing our world today and how we can respond to them. Students will learn about international development priorities and policies and about Ireland's and the EU's relationship with the wider world. They will examine the causes and consequences of climate change, globalisation and migration and the roles of government, business, civil society and individuals in addressing these global challenges’
EN010/English: 7.5 ECTS - Stream A
Public Speaking and Communication
This course introduces students to the key elements of communication, providing practical experience in the preparation and presentation of speeches. It improves critical learning skills and enables the development of core professional communication skills.
EN 272SS/English: 5 ECTS - Stream A
Creative Writing
In this class students are introduced to writing, both poetry and prose. The class focuses on the practicalities of writing, editing and giving and taking criticism of work. Students will produce writing for discussion and criticism and work on developing these extracts in response. Students will also look critically at the work of established writers.
EN 254SS/English: 5 ECTS - Stream B
Modern Irish Literature
In this class, students will discuss a number of exemplary works from the early decades of the twentieth century, a period of remarkable creativity in Irish writing. Students will explore the complex relationship between literature, culture and politics in this formative period of Irish history.
HY 273SS/History: 5 ECTS - Stream A
Ireland and the Great Famine
In this class students are introduced to the causes and consequences of the 1845-1853 Great Irish Famine. The class examines the economic, social and political background, as well as public and private reactions, and the changes in Irish society resultant from the famine.
HY 202SS /History: 5 ECTS - Stream B
Early Medieval Ireland- Society & Politics
In this course, students will investigate aspects of medieval Ireland from 431 to 1014. Centred on the themes of society and politics, the class examines Ireland’s conversion to Christianity, Irish kingship and law, Vikings raids and settlement, the career of Brian Boru and the Battle of Clontarf with its legacy.
LS20SS/History/History of Art: 5 ECTS - Stream B
Art and Architecture in Ireland 1600-1900
This class surveys the main artistic and stylistic movements evident in Ireland in the period of 1600-1900. Students will identify key individuals, structures, designs, visual art and artefacts defining Ireland’s cultural landscape as it evolved over this 300-year period, within their social contexts.
ID202/Nua Gaeilge: 7.5 ECTS - Stream A
The Cultural Heritage of Medieval Society - cannot be combined with ID201
This class introduces students to early cultural history, with an emphasis on the past as a foundation for the present, as well as the disseminations of cultural heritage. Students will assess the manipulation of history in relation to some of the great Irish prehistoric and early medieval locations.
ID201/Nua Gaeilge: 7.5 ECTS - Stream B
Introducing the Cultural Heritage of Early Ireland - cannot be combined with ID202
In this class students develop a broad understanding of early cultural heritage in the areas of archaeology, history and early Irish literature. Diverse and exciting aspects of Irish cultural history, as well as care, presentation and future development of important heritage sites are assessed.
CREDIT TRANSCRIPTS AND CERTIFICATES
Transcripts are issued in mid-September once assessments have been corrected and the external examination board has met.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance is obligatory. Credits will only be awarded to students with full attendance at the end of the program.
CLASS DAYS
Stream A (Mondays and Wednesdays)
- AN 303SS/Anthropology: 5 ECTS - Introduction to the Anthropology of Ireland
- MN 313SS/Business: 5 ECTS - International Marketing
- EN010/English: 7.5 ECTS - Public Speaking and Communication
- EN 272SS/English: 5 ECTS - Creative Writing
- HY 273SS/History: 5 ECTS - Ireland and the Great Famine
- ID202/Nua Gaeilge: 7.5 ECTS - The Cultural Heritage of Medieval Society
Stream B (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
- MN 329SS/Business: 5 ECTS - Social Media
- MN 215SS/Business: 5 ECTS - International Business
- KD310SS/International Development: 5 ECTS - Global Development Issues and Responses
- EN 254SS/English: 5 ECTS - Modern Irish Literature
- HY 202SS /History: 5 ECTS - Early Medieval Ireland- Society & Politics
- LS20SS/History/History of Art: 5 ECTS - Art and Architecture in Ireland 1600-1900
- ID201/Nua Gaeilge: 7.5 ECTS - Introducing the Cultural Heritage of Early Ireland
ACCOMMODATION
- Stay in our on-campus apartment residence: You will live in a modern student apartment with 4 other students enrolled in the Summer School.
- Each apartment has a furnished, shared kitchen and living room area.
- Kitchens come stocked with some key cooking equipment and utensils.
- Housekeeping is on a regular basis with bedlinen and towels included and changed weekly.
- Wifi is freely available throughout campus.
- Laundry facilities are available onsite at an additional charge.
FOOD
- Breakfast and Lunch are provided in our on-campus Student Union restaurant Monday to Thursday throughout the Summer School.
- There are supermarkets and restaurants within walking distance of campus.
TRANSPORTATION
- It is less than a 10 minute walk to between all classrooms, libraries, shops and public transport links.
- Frequent commuter trains to Dublin city take less than 40 minutes.
- There are also various buses available to you with late night options.
COMPUTER ACCESS AND WIFI
- Computer facilities are widely available throughout campus.
- Open-access wifi is available throughout the campus.
LIBRARY
- Contains over 450,000 books and eBooks as well as 42,000 ejournals - plenty to keep you busy.
- Computers are also available for you to use.
- The library staff are extremely helpful and will deal with all your queries promptly.
SPORTS
- On-campus sports facilities include a fully equipped gymnasium and an indoor sports hall.
- There are numerous outdoor walking and running trails acroos the North and South Campus
Choose from a Range of Optional Excursions to go on and Explore Ireland!
While studying with us at Maynooth University International Summer School you will continue to learn and encounter new experiences outside the classroom.
We host lots of activities on campus (at least two per week) and are always around for a chat, catch up or a sing song! In addition we offer the following three optional excursions all of which are included in your program fee:
Orientation Walking Tour of Dublin (included)
On your arrival weekend, what better way to start your adventure than a walking tour of Dublin to explore Ireland's global and dynamic capital.
Galway City Day Trip (included)
Galway is a vibrant colourful city, recognised worldwide for its friendly people and welcoming atmosphere. In recent decades Galway has emerged as the hub of Artistic, Modern and cosmopolitan energy in Ireland.
Kilkenny City Day Trip (included)
As Ireland’s best preserved medieval city, Kilkenny captures 800 years of history and hosts renowned and hidden gems, from the magnificent Castle to the enchanting Rothe Gardens to St. Canice’s round tower
PAYMENT PROCESS
The programme fee is €3,750
Once you submit your application, you will receive email acknowledgement of your application and details of next steps and how payment can be made.
Places on the Summer School fill up quickly and therefore we run on a ‘first come first served’ basis.
To secure your place on the programme you must complete the application form in full before March 31st 2025.
As part of our commitment to attracting a diverse student body Maynooth University is pleased to announce the opportunity to win scholarships towards the cost of our summer school. We will provide a limited number of scholarships worth up to €500 against the cost of tuition for our International Summer School.
How does it work?
When you submit your application form, you will be asked to indicate whether or not you intend to apply for this scholarship.
How to apply?
Once you have paid your program fee in full by 31st March 2025, you are eligible to apply for a scholarship by clicking the link below. You will then need to upload a statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why you have choosen to come to Maynooth University in 2025 and what you are most looking forward to on the prorgamme.
When to apply by?
Scholarships are only available to those who have paid fees in full by March 31st 2025.
When will you hear?
We will contact successful recipients within a few weeks of our final application deadline of March 31st 2025.
*Only students who have paid their fee in full will be eligible for the scholarship.
Important:
Maynooth University advises all students contemplating applying for the scholarship to ensure that they have the means to pay the full amount of the programme fee as the scholarship decision will not be made until after the final deadline for applications has passed.
There are a limited number scholarships available. It is also important to note that the scholarship is discounted off your programme fee and is not a cash scholarship.
APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP HERE
Students can only apply once they have submitted their main summer school application and have paid their program fee in full.
Contact our team at [email protected] with any questions that you have or to discuss the programme.
How do I get to Maynooth?
Maynooth is located approximately 50 mins by bus from Dublin International Airport. We advise students to fly to Dublin Airport from their home country.
For students arriving to Ireland on the official start date (Jun 27th 2025) we will have Dublin Airport transfers arranged at certain times throughout the day to bring you to Maynooth University. If you are arriving earlier or later than our scheduled pick-up times you can get a taxi or the Airport Hopper bus from the airport to Maynooth University Campus Accommodation, North Campus.
When should I arrive/depart?
Your programme fee covers accommodation from check-in on June 27th to check-out July 25th 2025. So you should aim to arrive and depart on those dates. Accommodation outside of those dates is your own responsibility and cost.
What is the cost of living?
Allow between €600 and €800 for cost of living expenses (excluding accommodation and breakfast & lunch Mon-Fri). This is an estimate only and will depend on each student’s individual needs.
Where will I live?
You will be living in an apartment with 4 others in the Village block on campus.
Can I choose who I live with?
If you have a special request of who you want to live with you must email [email protected] at least 4 weeks before the programme start date. While it is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate all student requests.
What are the check-in/out times of the accommodation?
Check-in starts from 2.00pm and check-out is by 10am.
Do I need to bring towels/bed linen/pots & pans?
No, Bed linen, duvets and towels are provided and changed weekly and the apartments are serviced regularly by housekeeping.
The apartments are stocked with basic crockery and cutlery.
What laundry facilities are available?
There are laundry facilities close to the apartments. These are available at extra cost.
Do I need a visa?
If you are a citizen of the EU, U.S. or Canada you do not require a visa as the summer school is less than 90 days in duration. When you complete your payment of the programme fee you will be issued with an acceptance letter which we recommend you to bring to the airport with you on arrival into the country.
Non-EU, Non-USA/Canada Students
The Irish government requires nationals of some countries to hold a visa in order to visit Ireland. To see if your country requires a visa please check the Immigration website. As you are studying in Ireland for only a short period of time you will need to apply for a tourist visa. You can find all the information about the documents you need here.
Please note – if your country is not on this list you do not need a visa.
Do I need to bring/buy books?
No, you will have access to the Maynooth University Library throughout your stay. Faculty will not require you to purchase any books for the classes.
Will I have access to computer suites?
Yes, you will have access to computers across the campus. Printing facilities are available in the Library.
What if I have a disability or additional support needs?
Students are encouraged to disclose their condition and/or disability at the point of the online application. The Maynooth University International Summer School team will endeavour to make all reasonable adjustments to enable students to undertake the programme.
Applicants can also contact [email protected] to discuss their needs prior to submitting their application.
Do I need medical insurance?
Yes. All participants must have valid medical/health insurance for the duration of the program. This is both a Maynooth University and an immigration requirement.
How do I request a transcript?
Upon completion of the Summer School your classwork and exams will be assessed and graded by our faculty. The results will be processed through the University’s exams board and copies of the transcripts & results will be emailed to your home university.
Transcripts will be issued in mid September 2025.
Am I guaranteed the classes I picked?
While we do our utmost to ensure all students are placed in their first preference classes, this is not always feasible. Classes can only run if sufficient numbers enrol in each, therefore it is essential that you choose a first and second preference class for both Stream A & Stream B.
When will I know what classes I have been accepted for?
Students will be notified in early May with the details of what classes they have been assigned to along with information on orientation and other important arrival details.
When will I find out about my scholarship application?
We will contact successful recipients by May 15th, 2025. Only students who have paid their program fee in full are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
Is the program fee refundable?
No, the program fee is non-refundable.
My question isn't here, so what do I do now?
Email [email protected] and our team will be more than happy to help you as best we can.
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