Last Updated on March 3, 2020 by AIFS Abroad
Why study abroad in Belfast this summer? Choose from three unique academic programs while immersing yourself in the poignant history and culture of Northern Ireland.
Spend 4 weeks this summer studying at Queen’s University Belfast and earn 5 credits. Classroom lectures are enhanced through incomparable field trips and excursions. Live in brand new student accommodation in the heart of Belfast’s City Center, located just a 15-minute walk from the campus. You’ll have vibrant nightlife, restaurants and local markets right on your doorstep!
Choose from 3 Academic Program Options:
Conflict Transformation & Social Justice – Gain an international perspective on conflict transformation and social justice, drawing on the experience of conflict in Northern Ireland. Put your learning into practice and combine academic study with engagement from different sectors of civic society and communities in Northern Ireland. Engage in dialogue with academics, former combatants, former paramilitaries, religious leaders, political activists and enjoy a range of staff-led site visits.
Irish Studies – Study the history, heritage, culture, politics, language and literature of Ireland. This program examines the history and the reach of Irish cultural influences around the world. With lectures from world-leading scholars, meetings with musicians, poets and politicians, trips to the historic Titanic shipyards and the rugged Antrim coastline, the Irish Studies Program is truly an unforgettable and inspiring experience!
Story (NEW!) – Explore the universal theme of storytelling with the new Story Program. Students can choose to focus on the medium of their choice – concentrations include songwriting, storytelling, testimonial theatre, myth and memory, immersive storytelling, prose and screenwriting. The Story Program concludes with an exhibit of students’ final productions.
Study Abroad in Northern Ireland with AIFS
Northern Ireland is renowned for its beautiful beaches and coastal scenery. Spend your summer exploring the country’s fascinating history and culture showcased through stunning castles, monasteries and more.
Enjoy excursions and social activities such as:
- Walking tours of Belfast
- Ceilidh (Irish dancing)
- Visits to the Botanic Gardens
- 3-night Dublin orientation
- Day trip to Causeway Coast and the Antrim Glens
- Half-day trip to Stormont
- Day trip to Derry/Londonderry
A 2-night tour of London, England is included for students on the optional AIFS Flight Package.
Studying abroad in Belfast is an unrivaled experience. Just ask our alumni:
- 8 Reasons to Study Abroad in Northern Ireland
- A Day in the Life of a Student at Queen’s University in Belfast
- Suzanne Reflects on Her Summer in Belfast
Ready to have an adventure this summer in Belfast? Read more studying abroad in Northern Ireland with AIFS!
