Dublin City University - Engineering & Computer Science

Dublin, Ireland
Dublin City University - Engineering & Computer Science

About the Program

With a growing industry in technology, Ireland is home to many engineering and tech companies including Google’s European headquarters in Dublin.  Dublin City University (DCU) offers a wide range of engineering, science, and math courses making this an ideal program for students pursuing majors in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and other STEM fields.   You can take courses for your major or supplement them with electives in related subject areas, and you’ll be in class alongside Irish and other international students on this integrated campus. With such a variety of DCU STEM and elective courses available, this flexible program puts the choice in your hands!

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Dublin

Dates:

9/14/20 - 12/14/20

Price:

$17,995

Credits:

12 - 18

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

5/15/20

Requirements

DCU Academic Reference Letter
Personal Statement
Transcript - Official
Dublin City University-Application Form
Complete Application
$95 Online Application Fee
Copy of Passport
Digital Photo

Eligibility

Education
Completed:

1 Year of College

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum GPA:

3.0

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Where You'll Study

Dublin City University

Dublin City University (DCU) is situated on an 85-acre campus just a 10-minute bus drive from the city center. Students at DCU enjoy the best of both worlds: the social and cultural benefits of cit...

Student Offices
Student Offices
Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Student Union
Student Union
Student Lounge
Student Lounge
12-18

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Students will enroll in courses that total up to 30 DCU credits/18 US credits. You’ll enroll in approximately 4-6 courses. Contact hours and meeting times vary; courses may be structured as seminars, lectures, or tutorials. You may earn a total of 18 credits (up to 270 in-classroom contact hours) per semester.

You'll "pre-register" by submitting course selections and alternates to CEA before you leave for Dublin. Formal registration takes place at a registration session during the first week of the program. When making selections, indicate only the disciplines in which you wish to take courses, although you should indicate any courses you are required to take while studying abroad and any major requirements you wish to fulfill.

It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. 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
Financial Economics I 400 En 0 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Textual Studies 200 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
French Literature and Film 200 En 0 3
Memory and Identity 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
German Society and Literature * 100 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Drugs in Society 100 En 0 3
Society, Health & Illness 200 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Recurrent Themes in the History of Ideas 200 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Human Development - Power and Politics 100 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Constitutional Law 100 En 0 6
European Union Law 300 En 0 3
Law & Social Exclusion 200 En 0 3
The Irish Legal System 100 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Linear Mathematics I 100 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Social Philosophy 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Equality, Access and Inclusion 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Spanish Society and Literature * 100 En 0 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 Dublin. 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
  • 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
September 14
Arrival/Program Begins

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

September 15
Orientation

Mandatory CEA Orientation will be held.

September 16 - 18
Orientation

Mandatory Dublin City University (DCU) Orientation will be held.

September 21
Classes Begin

Classes begin at DCU on this day.

November 02 - 06
Reading Day

Reading week.

December 12
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at DCU.

December 14
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.
$17,995
$17,995
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
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$700
$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.
$565
$565
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.
$280
$490
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$1,512
$1,890
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.
$473
$945
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$567
$1,134
TOTAL EXPENSES $22,092 $24,994