The cultural and economic heart of the Emerald Isle, Dublin brings Ireland’s rich history and fascinating character to life. With strong literary ties around every street corner, there’s many a story to share here, in the lively, welcoming pubs at the heart of Irish community. The city’s lively past is moving quickly into an influential, thriving future, as the European headquarters to many a global software, tech, and finance companies. These giants have given Dublin an economic makeover, developing it into an exciting international business hub.
Irish General Studies and English, Dublin
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About the Program
Not Open For Applications
This past program is no longer offered by SAF. Continue browsing our website for other exciting study abroad opportunities.
Program Advisor
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At a Glance
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Courses
During your 30-day study adventure in Dublin, you dedicate 80 hours to English language lectures, rapidly advancing your speaking and comprehension abilities. You elevate your skill level and fluency in an immersive environment, which encourages you to interact and collaborate with likeminded classmates. Concurrently, over 25 culturally rich hours, you dive into Ireland’s enriching history, art, and humanities to deepen your mastery and enjoyment of the English language.
Get To Know Our Application Process
From academics to visa requirements, our structured process helps you choose the right program and university for your goals. Complete a strong application, and prepare for success abroad.
Personalize Your Study Abroad Plan With Your SAF Counselor
Each student has unique academic goals for a study abroad experience. As you think about studying abroad, your SAF Counselor will help you plan for success and support you every step of the way.
Application Requirements
The requirements outlined in this section include the language proficiency scores you may need to demonstrate your language skills, a guide to the GPA range and other academic prerequisites required by your host university, and a list of documentation and other application materials you will need to finalize your application. You may need to supply additional information throughout the process, and you will be alerted through your emails and SAF Student Portal if this is the case for you.
Language Test Score Requirements
Each study tour has slightly different language requirements, based on the complexity of the CET-4 (China): 530
- CET-6 (China): 500
- Duolingo English Test (DET): 105
- IELTS: 6.5
- iTEP: 4.5
- TOEFL: 80 iBT
- TOEIC: 685
Program Dates
When studying abroad, you will want to consider the time of year and how long you are away. Most programs follow the host university's academic calendar.
The dates shown below are general estimates, and as you get closer to the start of the term, you will get more detailed information from SAF. If you have any questions, your Student Counsellor and Program Specialist are always here to support you and point you to the correct information.
Housing Information
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To immerse yourself fully in Irish life, you join a homestay family a short walk from campus. While you have the comfort and privacy of your own bedroom, you share breakfast and dinner with your family, building an authentic impression of Irish life, culture, and language.
*Housing is subject to availability. For specific questions regarding housing please contact SAF.
About Dublin
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Why Dublin?
Dublin welcomes you to experience life in the cultural and economic heart of Ireland. Known for its world-class art and music scene, your Irish education extends beyond the classroom when you listen to live music in Temple Bar or take in a show at the famed Abbey Theatre. See Irish literature come to life as you walk the same streets as authors George Bernard Shaw, Edna O'Brien, James Joyce, and William Butler Yeats.
The Student Experience
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Orientation
Advising and Support
The process of studying abroad could quickly feel overwhelming, but we have been doing this for decades and do everything we can to support you through it.
Many SAF staff are alumni and have walked this path. They have real-life experience to draw on as they advise and support you through every step of our comprehensive services. They’re in your corner, taking care of all the details and explaining what you need to do next.
Take the first step in your study abroad journey by scheduling a consultation with your closest Student Counselor. You can discuss your for-credit academic courses and language programs and explore internships, research programs, and study tours. When you know what you want to do, we guide you through the pre-program steps, help you arrange your visa and transport, and finalize your accommodation or digital experience.
Get To Know Our Application Process
From academics to visa requirements, our structured process helps you choose the right program and university for your goals. Complete a strong application, and prepare for success abroad.
Personalize Your Study Abroad Plan With Your SAF Counselor
Each student has unique academic goals for a study abroad experience. As you think about studying abroad, your SAF Counselor will help you plan for success and support you every step of the way.
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Why Travel With SAF?
Studying abroad is an unforgettable experience, one that stays with you in your career, your contacts, your future. It can define you. At any of our prestigious university partners, you can build personalized for-credit programs that can last up to a whole year.
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