Essential Information

It is recommended that international study abroad and exchange students take a minimum of four course modules (24 ECTS) per semester of study at Mary Immaculate College.

• Arts Modules 2023-2024
• Contemporary and Applied Theatre Studies Modules 2023-24
• Early Childhood Care & Education Modules 2023-2024**
• Education Modules 2023-2024

** International Students opting to take modules from Early Childhood Care & Education list may only do so if there is a formal link with their home institution.

Students can also choose from the following subjects:

Beginners Irish Language (Gaeilge ab initio) Course (6 ECTS Credits) 
Gaeilge ab Initio is an Irish language course for beginners, concentrating on the spoken language. The emphasis is on the basic communication skills and grammar of the language, allowing the students to converse in Irish on matters concerning themselves and their interests. Course content includes: background and history of the Irish Language; Irish language today; Irish mythology; introduction to Irish place-names and Gaeltachtaí (Irish-speaking areas).

English as a Foreign Language (6 ECTS Credits) / English for Academic Purposes (6 ECTS Credits)
Courses in English language are offered in both the Autumn and Spring semesters. These modules are designed to meet the language needs of intermediate to advanced non-native speakers of English studying at university level. Students are assigned to the appropriate module based on their language proficiency. Language needs analysis is conducted to tailor course content to respond to students’ requirements. Each course is worth 6 ECTS.

Study Abroad / Exchange / Erasmus+

Mary Immaculate College welcomes applications from students from other universities interested in studying with us for one semester or one academic year. 

With the agreement of their home institution, students can pay the required tuition fees, or if there is an MIC student to send to the home institution in exchange, fees will not be applicable.

Students coming under the Erasmus+ exchange programme are not liable for tuition fees.

Application and Registration

For students wishing to study at MIC in Spring 2024, you must be nominated by your university Study Abroad Coordinator by 15 September 2023.

For students wishing to study at MIC in Autumn 2024, you must be nominated by your university Study Abroad Coordinator by 31 March 2024.

Once you are nominated you must complete the Application Form which will be provided to you via email by Dr Sandra Aline Wagner (Sandra.Wagner@mic.ul.ie).

Closing dates for receipt of applications

• 15 October 2023 for international exchange students arriving in Spring 2024
• 1 May 2024 for international exchange students arriving in Autumn 2024

Please note that due to accommodation shortages nationwide, it may be necessary to close applications earlier this academic year to ensure that students are not nominated without a place to stay. Therefore, the sooner nominations are received, the better.

International orientation and registration take place at MIC the week before the semester commences. 

Study Abroad

If your home institution has no formal links to Mary Immaculate College, you may study at MIC if your home institution agrees that you can apply. Unless an MIC student travels to your home institution in your place, you must pay tuition and other fees.

Visa and travel costs vary.

It is estimated that a budget of approximately €300 per week covers accommodation, meals and other living costs. Individual budgets vary depending on the cost of accommodation and level of personal expenditure.

Exchange

If your home institution has a partnership with Mary Immaculate College, you may be able to study at MIC without paying for tuition.

Visa and travel costs vary.

It is estimated that a budget of approximately €300 per week covers accommodation, meals and other living costs. Individual budgets vary depending on the cost of accommodation and level of personal expenditure.

The Academic Calendar contains dates of teaching weeks, study days, examination dates and Exam Board meetings throughout the autumn and spring semesters of each academic year.

• Academic Calendar 2022/23

Timetables

If you are embarking on a full undergraduate or postgraduate programme at MIC, timetables for your classes will be made available at the start of each semester. To see individual programme timetables, click here for Academic Calendar & Semester Timetables.