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Ireland Short Term Study Abroad

IT for International Business Travel (CGS 2038C)
1 credits

  •  June 10 - June 17, 2025
Fees Breakdown PDF
Estimated Fees
Program Fee:
$3,650.00
Tuition:
$103.06
Endowed Chair:
$585.00
 
 
Estimated Cost:
$3,168.06

Before reviewing this page or applying to this program, read the entire COVID-19 Statement.  If you have questions, please contact SAGE.  All information is subject to change.  Prices are an estimate only until flights are booked and could fluctuate.

Program Overview

This course explores the use of information technology, AI, and cloud technologies in an international setting. Students will expand their cultural awareness during a Study Abroad Trip to Ireland, while examining business uses of these advanced technologies. While in Ireland we will visit an international company to see how they use technology and innovation to enhance and improve business. We will explore AI-driven applications, and cloud-based services and develop a prototype of a study abroad app for a device.

Course Description

This course explores the use of information technology in an international setting. Students will expand their cultural awareness during a Study Abroad Trip, while examining business uses of technology. While in a foreign country a lab component of the course requires students to use digital communication, including Internet access and telephone communication. This course requires the student to have a smart-phone or tablet

Things to Consider Before You Apply

  • Familiarize yourself with the Ireland travel risk outlook, including COVID-19 entry restrictions and levels.  Please visit the Department of State by clicking here and the CDC by clicking here to see more information.
    This program is open to students in good standing only.  Please see GPA requirements.
  • This program has NO prerequisites required.
  • Students are required to attend all pre-departure and re-entry class meetings.
  • Students should expect to walk at least 10 miles per day, sometimes on uneven surfaces.  Bring comfortable walking shoes.
  • Students will be traveling in the country via airplane, train, or bus. Packing light will be critical since the group will be moving around to different cities during the program.  Be prepared to transport your personal belongings during those transitions.
  • If a student has dietary restrictions, he/she should be prepared with extra money for meals and snacks.  Dietary needs will be communicated beforehand but alternate meals may not be available due to travel arrangements, and students should plan accordingly.
  • Daily breakfast and some additional meals will be included in the price.  All other snacks, meals, souvenirs/shopping, and structured free time activities will be the responsibility of the student.
  • Students must acquire passports.  Passport fees, course tuition, and course materials are not included in the price.
  • Students can expect to share room accommodations with students of the same gender with bathrooms shared.
  • During free time, students must always be in a group of three or more for safety reasons.
  • Students are not allowed to drink alcohol per SAGE and Student Development rules.
  • It is important to understand that students will be acting as cultural ambassadors from the U.S. and representing Valencia positively to our foreign hosts.  Students will be expected to follow the Valencia Student Code of Conduct.
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Applications Open!

Summer Application & Payment Deadlines

  •  August 2024 - Application Opens
  •  12/06/2024 - Application Closes
  •  12/13/2024 - Application Payment Deadline
  •  01/31/2025 - Passport Deadline & SAGE Orientation
  •  02/14/2025 - Deposit Payment Deadline
  •   04/25/2025 - Final Payment Due

Contact us

Location
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  • Monday to Friday: 8am to 4:30pm (Virtual appointments only)
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Program Eligibility

  • Be 18-years-old by time of travel.
  • Have an Institutional GPA of 2.5 time of application.
  • Meet course requirements, including prerequisites if applicable.

Endowed Chair Eligibility

  • Be a degree-seeking student with Valencia College.
  • Completed one semester within last year.
  • Completed 12 college-level credits by time of travel.
  • Have not received a SAGE scholarship in the current academic year.

Course Prerequisites

  • None

Funding Information

Be advised that the Application Fee and Deposit are out of pocket costs. The Final Payment is included in your tuition bill, eligible students can use their financial aid to cover part or all of the final payment and/or additional program costs (airfare, accommodations, meals, etc.) as long as the course satisfies your degree requirements. Consider doing a Valencia Foundation Scholarship Application to help cover costs for your program. You can meet with an Academic Advisor for details on how FAFSA or Foundation Scholarships may be applied to your program. It is important that this course count towards your degree or certificate program; otherwise, your financial aid payment may be reduced. 

This program may receive partial funding by the Valencia Foundation, Endowed Chair awards or the SAGE Office. These departments will be contributing a percentage towards the cost of participation. Funding is limited to Specific Programs 

Ireland

Program Fee Includes

  •  Roundtrip Airfare
  •  Daily Breakfast some additional meals
  •  Accommodations 
  •  Cultural and Professional Visits 
  •  Most Ground Transportation
  •  On-site Director and Support
  •  Medical and Travel Insurance

Program Fee Does Not Include

  •  Most meals apart from breakfasts and a few included lunches/dinners
     
  •  Course tuition and Fees
  •  Airport Departure Fees and Taxes
  •  Luggage Transport/Storage Fees
  •  Passport Fees, ETIAS Entry Fees
  •  Visa (not required for U.S. citizens)
  •  Immunizations
  •  Spending money
  •  Tips

Meetings

Pre-Departure Meetings

All Meetings are required, unless noted.

  •  01/31/2025 - SAGE Orientation
     1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
    TBD
     TBD
  •  02/07/202 Meeting #1
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    East Campus
    8-226
  •  02/21/2025  Meeting #2
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    East Campus
    8-226
  •  03/28/2025 Meeting #3
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    East Campus
    8-226
  •  04/25/2025 Meeting #4
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    East Campus
    8-226
  •  
  • 05/23/2025 Meeting #5
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    East Campus
    8-226
  •  
  • 06/06/2025 Meeting #6
    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    East Campus
    8-226
Re-Entry Meetings

All Meetings are required

  •  07/11/2025 Re-Entry Meeting 
     10:00 am - 1:00 pm
     East Campus
     8-226

Please note that the program may be altered or cancelled at any time at the discretion of Valencia College, and, in many circumstances, airfare or other transportation costs incurred by the student may not be refundable. Dates and prices are subject to change without notice before the application deadline.