Start Global: Ireland
The Program
Start Global: Ireland
A first semester study abroad experience for SAS students
Start your Rutgers journey in an exciting way by studying abroad in 1 of 2 locations. Student choose between Start Global: Ireland and Start Global: Italy.
Rutgers’ Start Global: Ireland is a program designed for motivated first-semester students who wish to take Rutgers-approved courses in a dynamic global setting and engage in the rich culture of Ireland. Students selecting Start Global have the opportunity to begin their college experience with a high-impact global learning experience, setting them up for success at Rutgers and a future career. Start Global allows students to take major and minor courses which will keep students on track for on-time graduation.
Dublin Ireland
Dublin
Dublin, the capital city of Ireland, is known for a welcoming and vibrant cultural scene, rich literary heritage, historic attractions, and access to a diversity of park spaces, beaches, and hillside trails. The city is a perfect location for students who want the amenities of a larger city, but safe and easy-to-navigate neighborhoods. Top attractions include Trinity College Dublin, home to the ancient Book of Kells, the bustling Temple Bar area with its lively pubs and restaurants, Dublin Castle with its historic significance, and the serene Phoenix Park, one of the largest enclosed urban parks in Europe.
UCD campus
University College Dublin (UCD), with 34,000 students the largest university in Ireland, is located in a suburban Dublin neighborhood, about ten minutes by bus from the City Centre. The green and spacious campus is home to modern buildings which house five colleges: Agriculture/Food Science/ Veterinary Medicine; Arts & Celtic Studies; Business & Law; Engineering & Architecture; Health Sciences; Human Sciences; and Physical/Life Science. Similar to Rutgers in size, UCD offers large and comprehensive programs with distinguished and defining global-learning experiences.
Academics
The Program: The student experience will include an in-depth orientation to UCD and Dublin prior to the start of classes. UCD offers hands-on support and resources to guide a student’s transition to college and offer a unique experience abroad.
Distinctive Activities: UCD offers all the vibrant student experiences that you would expect at a top national university. Start Global students will have the opportunity to engage in student clubs and societies where they can meet local students as they explore everything from cities to countryside. Weekend experiences are organized by the university and include music, theatre and comedy shows; national parks and heritage sites; hiking and cycling trips; castle, cave and factory tours!
Housing
Students are housed in university residences which typically feature shared rooms with en-suite or shared bathrooms. Many of the buildings include communal kitchens, study areas, and lounges. At UCD, students experience safe, secure, and high-quality housing which aims to provide a comfortable and supportive living environment, fostering community and easing the transition to university life.