** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Your Engineering, Technology + Sciences program in Dublin lasts a full semester and offers you an integrated global learning experience that connects your coursework with real-world applications. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU, that focus on science, technology, engineering, or math. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities related to engineering, technology, and science. Live and learn in Dublin!
Unique Experiences
Visit Ireland’s tech hub
at Silicon Docks where global giants like Google and Meta are driving real-time innovation
Explore hands-on science
at Dublin’s Explorium where interactive exhibits bring physics, robotics, and engineering to life
Dive into data and discovery
at the ADAPT Centre where researchers are advancing the future of AI and digital technology
Dublin is Ireland's innovative, forward-thinking capital, renowned for its leadership in engineering, technology, and sustainability. The city is a global hub for green energy, smart infrastructure, and cutting-edge research, with pioneering projects like wind energy farms, smart city solutions, and sustainable architecture. With its vibrant cultural scene, scenic waterfronts, cozy cafés, and commitment to eco-friendly living, Dublin is the perfect place to study engineering, technology, and science abroad.
Housing
CIEE Dublin offers housing in apartments located?in student residence communities. All housing options are located in lively districts with multiple dining options, convenient public transport, and are within 30 minutes of walking access to central Dublin.
Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture and commitment to engineering, technology, and science.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.
Activities
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Dublin will open doors for you to explore Ireland's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
Explore Dublin’s coastline on a trip to the village of Howth and eat Fish and chips straight from the sea
Tour the cathedrals, castles, and breweries of Kilkenny, the most complete medieval city in Ireland
Get to know Dublin with cultural activities such as guided walking tours, visits to museums, cathedrals, and galleries
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Academics
CIEE Dublin: Study in the heart of Dublin’s lively south central district, five minutes from the River Liffey and Merrion Square. CIEE Dublin features three classrooms and a student lounge and is conveniently near a mix of independent cafés, bakeries, and stores.
University College Dublin (UCD) is located less than three miles from the center of Dublin, and offers 60 sports clubs, 100 societies and clubs, and an active student union. UCD is ranked in the top 1% of universities internationally and hosts more than 30,000 students, 27% of which are international.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.
Internships
Dublin's work culture is relaxed and encourages creativity, with minimal hierarchies and an emphasis on socializing. The city thrives in tech, digital media, and cultural sectors, offering a dynamic landscape for professionals. Dublin's startup scene and robust nonprofit sector contribute significantly to its innovative atmosphere.
Industry options include:
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Health Science
Information Technology
1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!
GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!
Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.
Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.
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