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Cork
The Ireland that many people envision
is an island of quaint villages and people focused more on art and poetry than
business. While these aspects of Ireland still exist today, modern Ireland has
experienced rapid development and many Irish emigrants are returning to take
advantage of job and business opportunities. Present-day Ireland offers a
fascinating study of comparison with its past, and visiting students will enjoy
a great number of enlightening discussions about the future of the Celtic
Tiger.
Ireland’s second city (after Dublin) began
on an island in the estuary of the River Lee, and gradually climbed up the steep
banks on either side. Cork is surrounded by rich farmlands and river valleys
that contrast with the wild sandstone hills of the west. Nearby is a
magnificent coastline strewn with rocky headlands and golden sands. Today the
river flows through Cork in two main channels, and Corkonians are
constantly crossing bridges and climbing hills. The city has a rich history as
an important seaport on the southern Irish coast. Because of the energy and
vibrance of the city’s developing arts and music scene, Cork was designated as
European Capital of Culture in 2005.
The Pomona Program in Ireland is administered by Arcadia
University, and hosted at University College Cork (UCC), an institution with an
enrollment of 13,000 students. Established in 1845 as one of three Queen’s
colleges in Ireland, UCC became a constituent college of the National University
of Ireland and adopted the name University College Cork in 1908. The
beautifully landscaped main campus sits on a hillside beside the River Lee and
is only a short walk from downtown Cork. The campus’s large, mature trees and
lovely lawns and gardens provide a welcome respite.
Dates: Spring semester: end of December to early June
Fields of study: Full university curriculum includes courses in the humanities, sciences, and
social sciences.
Eligibility: 9.0 GPA. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed college
coursework with Irish and/or European content.
Number of students: Approximately 5 to 8 Pomona students. The Arcadia group totals approximately 30.
Academic Program: The program begins with a four-day orientation in Dublin, followed by a local
orientation in Cork. Students typically enroll in five to six semester-length
courses, one of which must focus on Ireland. Most courses earn 2/3 Pomona credit
each for a total of 4.0 Pomona credits. These courses are awarded 2.5 credits in
the US semester credit system (5 Cork credits), although some Cork courses may earn double credit of 5.0
semester
credits (10 Cork credits), or 1 1/3 Pomona credits. Pomona limits
courses in dance or music to those with an academic component.
Living Arrangements: Doubles in self-catered apartments in student apartment complex. Pomona provides
a meal allowance.
Faculty Liaison: David Menefee-Libey
Internet Link:
http://www.arcadia.edu/abroad/default.aspx?id=6944
www.ucc.ie/en/
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