Winter Short Term
December 28th 2026 – January 11th 2027
Applications Now Open
Application Deadline: September 15th, 2026
Term overview
Experience the Magic of Ireland This Winter: Join Our Intensive Program in Dingle!
Spend two unforgettable weeks over the New Year in the breathtaking coastal town of Dingle. As December turns to January, Dingle comes alive with vibrant celebrations, including dazzling fireworks and a spirited marching band parade that draws visitors from near and far.
Immerse yourself in the heart of Irish culture through traditional music, language, cuisine, and craic (that’s Irish for fun!). Our SHU Dingle team will warmly welcome you into a close-knit community and deliver world-class instruction set against the festive charm of Ireland’s scenic southwest.
While Dingle thrives in the summer, our winter program offers a unique, immersive experience without the crowds.
As a designated Gaeltacht, a region where the Irish language is spoken daily, Dingle is rich in heritage, personality, and charm. Discover the true spirit of Ireland and create lifelong memories in one of the world’s most enchanting places!
What’s Included
Your program fee is designed to make studying abroad simple, covering the essentials plus built-in cultural experiences.
Program fee includes:
- Housing
- Meal Plan
- Airport pick-up and transfer
- Comprehensive orientation
- Student support
- A selection of cultural & outdoor activities
- International medical insurance
- Optional activities offered at a special rate
Included Activities:
- Horseback riding
- Guided Slea Head tour
- Hold a Baby lamb
- Irish Set Dancing
- Tour of Killarney
Optional Activities:
- Falconry
- Sea Safari
- Dingle Distillery Tour
- Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium
- And more…
Courses - 2027
DESCRIPTION
LAE/Core
- Humanistic Inquiry
- Social and Global Awareness
- Social/Behavioral Science Foundational Core
FACULTY
DESCRIPTION
The connections between language, culture, and social identity are strong. Cross-cultural variations in language are noted in differences in pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary by speakers of the same language. We will use structural and cultural linguistic frameworks to identify and understand differences in dialects of English spoken in Ireland and the United States.
FACULTY
DESCRIPTION
In this class, students will study the significance of poetry as a social event in Irish culture.
Poetry is not just a form of literature but is also a way of bringing people together to share ideas, opinions, and emotions. Students will also look to the Irish landscape to find inspiration to write their own poetry.
LAE/Core
- Humanistic Inquiry
- Social and Global Awareness
- Literature Foundational Core
FACULTY
Rick Magee, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION
Global forces drove millions of people to migrate around the world in the nineteenth century to find work and make new lives. Among those migrating in large numbers were Irish and Chinese.
This course is co-taught by an expert in Irish history and one in Chinese history and brings a comparative context to migration in the nineteenth century. This course examines the complex and interwoven social, economic, and political factors that historically contributed to Irish emigration.
This course considers both the experiences of Irish and Chinese immigrants to the United States and the effects emigration had on the history of modern Ireland and modern China, with a focus on Irish immigration from County Kerry to New England.
Through analysis of selected readings, film, music, and primary sources, students will learn about immigration in a global context.
LAE/Core
- Humanistic Inquiry
- Social and Global Awareness
FACULTY
Ashley Morin, Ph.D., David Luesink, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION
The economic, political, social and technological changes over the last five decades have dramatically changed the landscape for global business. In this course, we will examine how managers deal with the complexities of today’s dynamic global environment.
Cross-cultural management and competitive strategies are important management concerns. Developing international management competencies encompasses a broad knowledge base about environmental trends, cultural differences, organizational functions, and managerial skills.
This involves an understanding of management concepts, processes, and practices in various countries with their differing economic, technological, regulatory, political, and socio-cultural environments.
LAE/Core
- Scientific Literary
- Social and Global Awareness
- Social Science Foundational Core
FACULTY
DESCRIPTION
Worldwide tourism is continuing to grow and has been identified as a critical industry for the economies of many different countries, each linking their attractions primarily to cultural identities. Ireland is one of the leading tourist destinations, and the country’s tourist leaders have developed this position over decades as Ireland relies heavily on revenue generated from this source. It is estimated that overseas visitor numbers reached 6.29 million in 2011, a 7% increase from 2010. How does Ireland go about creating their specific brand image in marketing Ireland as a ‘holiday destination’? How have they created the Irish mystique that attracts so many tourists each year?
This class will explore these questions in developing a better understanding of tourism marketing and how Ireland has become a leader in this sector. The class will utilize a reading list, case studies, social media, and site visits to explore this topic.
FACULTY
DESCRIPTION
This course provides students with a thorough overview of traditional Irish music, song and dance from their earliest references right up to today’s influence on the world music stage. Aural, as well as some basic traditional musicianship skills, will be developed over the course. Students will experience firsthand the Irish music scene locally.
Attendance at sessions and “céilís” will enable them to savor Traditional music in its natural social setting. The course will study the history and development of the tradition, while also ensuring that the students gain a deeper understanding of this tradition by learning some practical skills.
LAE/Core
- Humanistic Inquiry
- Social and Global Awareness
- Fine Arts Foundational Core
FACULTY
DESCRIPTION
Spend 2 weeks learning about ethical issues in health care by exploring compelling scenarios and case studies. Study the role of ethics and the importance of Philosophy to the Irish Catholic Intellectual Tradition and investigate how health care concerns impact the lives of patients and health-care providers throughout southwestern Ireland.
Among the central topics to be covered are informed consent, medical futility, reproductive ethics, privacy, cultural competence, and clinical trials.
LAE/Core
- Humanistic Inquiry
FACULTY
DESCRIPTION
Study the ancient religion of Ireland, of gods and goddesses, ancestors and rituals, holy places and sacred rulers. Learn about the Celtic origins of Halloween and the great seasonal festivals of the Druids. Walk through the landscape and discover traditions and customs from ancient times that are reflected in the modern world, through myth, place names, and customs.
LAE/Core
- Humanistic Inquiry
- Social and Global Awareness
- Religious Studies Foundational Core
FACULTY
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