Dublin STEM

Degree Details

The Dublin STEM program offers upper-division undergraduate students the opportunity to directly enroll at Dublin City University (DCU) for the fall or spring term. Students enroll in courses in science, technology, engineering and mathematics offered by DCU, and they enroll in one of the elective courses offered by the BU Dublin Center. During their time in Ireland, students will be housed in modern student apartments on the DCU campus, located about 5 miles north of Dublin city center, and they will commute to classes. They have access to DCU facilities, services, and student activities. Students have the opportunity to attend excursions and field trips as their class schedule allows.

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Key Facts

Area of Study

Location

BU Hub Offered

Housing

University Dormitories

Language of Instruction

English

Requirements & Considerations

All students must enroll according to, and remain in compliance with, the Boston University Study Abroad Course Load Policy.
DCU’s admission criteria require Study Abroad students to have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0. Students with a GPA below a 3.0 may be considered on a case-by-case basis and should contact BU Study Abroad before applying.
Boston University Engineering students must have junior standing at the time of participation and must follow the College of Engineering’s instructions for juniors applying to study abroad.
Admissions requirements for all programs
Non-US citizens are strongly encouraged to apply early in order to allow sufficient time to secure a visa. Obtaining visas may not be possible for applications received within 14 weeks of the program start date. Non-US citizens may contact BU Study Abroad prior to submitting an application to determine if they require a visa for Ireland.

Curriculum

Students enroll in three or four STEM courses directly at Dublin City University (DCU) and enroll in one elective course (4 units) taught at the BU Dublin Center. In total, students should be enrolled in a minimum of 16 BU units during their semester in Dublin. Please see information below regarding selecting courses and unit equivalency.

Curriculum & Courses

Housing & Student Services

University Dormitory

Board is not included in this program. Students are responsible for budgeting their own cost of meals.
Dublin City University (DCU) does have limited dining hall facilities, but it is at the student’s own expense. There are ample grocery stores in the immediate area surrounding the campus.
Coin-operated laundry facilities are located in the neighboring building to the accommodations on campus. Cost of laundry is not included in the program fee.
Students have access to all student services provided by Dublin City University, including libraries, the gym, and the Student Health Centre. Students are encouraged to join a DCU Club, Society, or Sports team while studying here.

Program Dates

This program follows rolling admissions and may fill before the official deadline.

Fall Term

Early September to Mid December

Fall Term

December 15

Applications Open

Fall Term

March 15

Application Deadline

Spring Term

Mid January to Late April

Spring Term

June 1*

Applications Open

Spring Term

October 1

Application Deadline

This program is rolling admissions; applications are reviewed once all application materials are received, prior to all deadlines. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received by the BU Study Abroad office. Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible as some programs and internship tracks have limited space and may fill up before the deadline. Submitting a complete application prior to the application deadline, does not guarantee acceptance. Students will be emailed an admissions decision within three weeks of a completed application.

Information for BU Students Awaiting an Admissions Decision and exceptions to the standard admission calendar for all students can be found here.