- Ireland
- Dublin
About Program
Spend a semester or year in the lively city of Dublin, Ireland, with AIFS! Study a variety of academic program options at Dublin City University. This program offers students an international experience living in a multicultural global capital city combined with the local, friendly small town feel that living in Ireland always brings.
Students share fully furnished student apartments or student residences with WiFi included and students receive a travel pass for use on trains, the LUAS and buses in Dublin. Typical activities, tours and visits include:
Group meals
Irish music nights
Guinness Storehouse visit
Museum and gallery visits
Walking tours
Irish sporting events
Theater performances
Visits to local seaside towns
Video and Photos
Diversity & Inclusion 💙
BIPOC Support
We encourage you to think about what matters most to you as you explore your program options.
LGBTQIA+ Support
Each person brings their own background and perspective, and that matters when choosing a program and a destination. Taking time to reflect on your identity and learning about the experiences of others is a meaningful part of going abroad.
Everyone’s journey is different, and where you go can shape how included and comfortable you feel. As you explore your options, we hope the information below helps you find the program and location that feel right for you.
Accessibility Support
Impact 🌎
Sustainability
Program Highlights
- Up to 15 semester credits depending on program and course selection
- Student apartment on campus
- An overnight excursion to Cork and Kilkenny and an Irish farm experience
- On-Site Program Director to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
- Health & Safety 24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
Popular Programs

Students select two or three courses of 3 credits each from the regular offering of courses on the International Program at DCU in addition to a 6-credit internship in their field of study for up to 15 credits. Placements are available in the following fields: accounting, business, communications, engineering, finance, graphic design, IT, law, marketing, NGO (a non-profit organization), psychology and many more. Credit for the internship placement is awarded by Fairfield University.