Northern Ireland | Belfast
The goal of this four-week summer study abroad program is to offer LVC students studying in ANY major the opportunity to engage with the history and culture of communication and leadership in Northern Ireland.
A colorful and lively port city with a troubled past, Belfast is now a vibrant cultural hub on Northern Ireland’s eastern coast, also the capital city.
Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the social, political, and community dynamics that shaped Northern Ireland. Packed with lively pubs, an eclectic food scene, iconic buildings, boutique shopping and a myriad of immersive experiences, you can delve into history, science, literature and more.
Program Details
Program cost for Summer 2026 is $5,250 and will include:
- Tuition (6 credits)
- Housing in shared dormitories
- Excursions
- Foreign emergency medical insurance
Meals, airfare/travel, and personal expenses are not included in the program cost.
Study abroad grant funding is available based on eligibility. In addition, this program may be eligible for limited financial aid. Please read the 2025–26 Summer Financial Aid Application instructions on the Financial Aid website for additional information and submit an application to the Financial Aid Office.
Program Dates: June 15–July 11, 2026
Application deadline: February 1.
- $200 program deposit is due with acceptance (non-refundable after February 1).
- Remaining balance is due by March 15.
Students will earn a total of six credits and fulfill one Immersive Experience (IME) requirement through a mandatory course instructed by an LVC faculty director, and an elective course taught by the host institute.
MANDATORY COURSE (3 credits):
Doing Business with the EU (3 Credits):
Instructor: Dr. Kimberlee Josephson
This course introduces students to topics of business and culture, trade relations, international marketing, and international management. This course will also cover the origins, structure, and operations of the European Union and how businesses function with this unique political and economic system.
ELECTIVE COURSE (3 CREDITS):
Queen’s University course: Leadership
Instructor: Queen’s University faculty
The Leadership, The Troubles, and the Good Friday Agreement summer school offers students an immersive exploration of Northern Ireland’s complex history and the diverse forms of leadership that emerged during the Troubles. Through a combination of lectures, documentary screenings, interactive workshops, and excursions to significant sites, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the social, political, and community dynamics that shaped Northern Ireland.
Prerequisites:
- Students from any major who are in good social and academic standing with a minimum of a 2.7 GPA may apply.
(Tentative)
- Visits to popular attractions (Titanic Belfast, Shankill Road and Falls Road)
- Trips to Parliament Building, various museums, and memorials