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Ireland has recently been named by The Economist Magazine as the best place in the world to live. They said “… Ireland wins because it successfully combines the most desirable elements of the new (the fourth-highest GDP per head in the world in 2005, low unemployment, political liberties) with the preservation of certain cozy elements of the old, such as stable family and community life.”
At the Institute of Technology Carlow, every effort has been made to combine a stress-free location with top-level academic programs and facilities that are the leading edge in a number of key disciplines both nationally and internationally.
In the current academic year, the Institute has a student body of almost 4,500 and an academic staff of 200. All of this in a town of 20,000 people with healthy industrial and business sectors.
Carlow, just 80 kilometers from Dublin, is one of the largest inland towns in the country and with its strong industrial base, makes an ideal choice for the location of an Institute of Technology campus. The Institute benefits from continuous investment by the Government in the student learning environment and boasts excellent computing, multimedia, and library facilities in a state-of-the-art Learning Resource Centre. The Institute is also internationally renowned for research in the areas of Biotechnology, Engineering, and Marketing.
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Location
Located in the island's sunniest region - the sunny southeast, the county is ideally located to explore the Wicklow Mountains, the medieval city of Kilkenny, the Viking settlements which grew into Waterford city and Wexford town, and of course, Dublin, Ireland’s exciting capital city. With its rural location, Carlow provides the ideal setting for learning with all the essential services but without major urban distractions. Our large campus is situated on the banks of the beautiful river Barrow just five minutes walk from the centre of town.
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Extracurricular Activities
The Institute encourages all international students to participate in the clubs and societies as an excellent way to integrate and socialize with people from different backgrounds. Students are also invited to attend various events and trips throughout the academic year, which are organized through the International Office.
Some of the more established societies include drama, video, music, human rights, environmental issues, and astronomy as well as academic groups covering areas such as computing, design, and marketing. All this as well as the many sports clubs which include Gaelic games, soccer, rugby, badminton, hiking, basketball, martial arts, fencing, athletics, and boxing. Volunteer opportunities are also available.
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Academic Highlights
Study Abroad students have access to a wide range of programs. These include:
- Industrial Design
- Product Design Innovation
- International Business
- Marketing
- Supply Chain Management
- Computing
- Computer Games Development
- Software Engineering
- Analytical Science
- Food Quality Management
- Industrial Environmental Science
- Industrial Biology
- Industrial Biology with Bioinformatics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
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University Services
Arrival
The International Office will arrange airport pickup and transfer you to the pre-arranged accommodation in Carlow.
Library & Computer Access
The Learning Resource Centre, which incorporates the Library, is a state-of-the-art facility allowing students the use of hi-speed broadband and wireless connectivity as well as access to a national and international database of publications. Students will also be able to access class notes and related material through their personalized accounts.
Support Services
The International Office at the Institute is dedicated to supporting students in all aspects of their time in Carlow. The office operates an open door policy and can assist students with a large range of issues.
Other student support services include
- Chaplaincy
- Careers & Employment Office
- Counseling
- Health Service
- Physiotherapy
- Accommodation Office
- Computing Services Centre
The Institute also has on-site banking, retail shops, and extensive dining facilities.
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Housing
Student housing is provided adjacent to the campus or in Carlow town center. The International and Accommodation offices assist the students in finding the best type of accommodation to suit their requirements.
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Orientation
Students are provided with welcome packs upon arrival containing useful information on the Institute, the town and their program of study. A special registration/induction day is organized for international students where they are personally introduced to the various service providers within the organization.
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Special Programs/Excursions
The International office organizes trips and special events for study abroad students. Recent trips have included hiking in the beautiful Wicklow Mountains, a guided tour of Medieval Kilkenny City, and boat trips to the Aran Islands.
Many study abroad students also undertake independent travel to Europe. One of Europe’s largest airlines, Ryanair, is based in Ireland and offers flights to many destinations including Barcelona, London, Paris, and Rome for as little as one cent each way (plus taxes & charges) if booked sufficiently in advance.
Other events organized by the Institute office include International Days, Irish Cultural evenings, as well as the traditional staple of Student Union activities. EuroLearn study abroad students will be able to participate in a series of seminars with industry and political leaders to discuss the Irish and European experience in their particular fields of expertise.
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Scholarships
Irish Heritage Scholarship
The Institute of Technology Carlow supports EuroLearn students with Irish heritage through the Irish Homecoming Study Program (IHSP) Initiative. EuroLearn study abroad students attending IT-Carlow for a fall semester or academic year will be eligible for a scholarship of €3000 (EU) per semester. Upon acceptance, students must demonstrate Irish Heritage with a passport or birth certificate from a parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent. No additional application is required.
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Course Catalog
To see if the classes you need are available at this program, review the course catalog.
View courses/subjects available at this program
Click here to view the "Academics: Course and Credit Information" for instructions on choosing the right subjects, tips on navigating the course catalog, and information on credit transfer.
If you have any questions about course availability, please contact studyabroad@eurolearn.org
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Fees| Program Fees | $10,440 | | Housing | | With Meals | Not Applicable | | Without Meals | $2,220 - $2,720 estimate | | Housing Deposit | | With Meals | Not Applicable | | Without Meals | $400 estimate |
Fee IncludesAll fees are quoted in US Dollars unless otherwise specifically stated. Program Fees include tuition for full-time semester status, university and program administrative fees, membership in the student union (where applicable), health insurance, and the Bridging Cultures Program. Tuition fees are based on the arts and social science tuition charged by this university. There may be higher tuition associated with certain disciplines. Where applicable, this difference in tuition will be added to the total Program Fees. Fees include all pre-departure services such as: orientation materials, visa-processing support (excluding the visa fee), housing placements, personal advising, subject selections, liaise with your home university, credit transfer assistance, and financial aid services. As a study abroad student, you will be required to enroll as a full time student. Your semester is equivalent to 12-16 U.S. credits. Additional tuition and/or fees may apply in some subject areas not limited to the following: science, engineering, fine arts, and journalism. Students who undertake subjects where the university requires additional fees will be billed by the host university. Housing Fees are not included in the Program Fee and will be billed separately depending on the specific accommodations placement. A housing deposit is not included in this fee. Where required to reserve accommodations in advance the student will make direct payment for the refundable housing deposit. Students who select “personal apartment living arranged upon arrival by the student” will only be charged the Program Fees, and housing costs will be paid on arrival by the student. Fee SemesterThe above fee is an estimate for Fall 2011. Fees are subject to change. Dates| All dates are provided by each university and are subject to change. EuroLearn will attempt to provide you with the most up-to-date information as we receive it. Be sure to confirm dates before finalizing any travel plans. | |
| Fall 2010 Semester - Fall | Application Deadline: April 30, 2010
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| Anticipated Departure | September 3, 2010 | | Start Date | September 4, 2010 | | End Date | December 17, 2010 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | - | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| Fall 2010 Year - Fall | Application Deadline: April 30, 2010
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| Anticipated Departure | September 3, 2010 | | Start Date | September 4, 2010 | | End Date | May 27, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | April 15, 2011 - May 2, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| Fall 2011 Semester - Fall | Application Deadline: April 15, 2011
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| Anticipated Departure | September 3, 2011 | | Start Date | September 4, 2011 | | End Date | December 17, 2011 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | - | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
| Fall 2011 Year - Fall | Application Deadline: April 15, 2011
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| Anticipated Departure | September 3, 2011 | | Start Date | September 4, 2011 | | End Date | May 28, 2012 | | Mid Semester Break #1 | - | | Mid Semester Break #2 | - |
Entry RequirementsApplicants must have the required GPA and have completed at least the equivalent of one year of full-time study at the university/college level.
Students with a lower GPA than the requirement may be considered on a case by case basis. Please contact our office for more information.
Required GPA: 2.50
EuroLearn Coordinator| Name: | Rachael Fellabaum | | Title: | Assistant Manager - EuroLearn | | Department: | Semester or Year Abroad in Europe and Asia |
BIO:
Rachael is the Assistant Manager for EuroLearn programs. She assists students with all inquiries as well as enrollment services.
Rachael graduated with a BA in International Relations and Russian from Bucknell University. In addition to travelling to Australia, New Zealand, China, and Eastern Europe, she spent 18 months living and working in Moscow, Russia. Rachael is excited to help students have the opportunity to experience life abroad. |
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