Check out last year's program blog to see what the participants thought about the program.

Program dates:
June 23rd- August 3rd, 2013

Eligibility and selection process

This program is open to all Ohio University students at the undergraduate and graduate level. No script writing or production experience is necessary. The minimum GPA for admission consideration is 2.5 for undergrads and 3.0 for graduate students. Admission to the program will be based on academic performance, letter of reference and an interview.
This program accepts Non-Ohio University students.

Students who have a judicial record and will be on probation for a judicial offense at any point during the program may petition to study abroad. Click here to read the entire judicial policy.

Application deadline 
Admission to this program is by a rolling admission procedure, with applications reviewed by the program director as they are received. Students who apply early therefore have a better chance for acceptance for one of the limited slots in the program.

With enrollment held to just 15 students to ensure program quality, we recommend early application as all the places may be filled before the final application deadline.

Living arrangements

Students will be housed at Ballyraine Estates in 3-bedroom apartments which have kitchen facilities. http://www.ballyrainecampus.com.   These accommodations are a 15-minute walk to the Regional Cultural Centre where classes will be held. Several meals will be provided on excursions but students will be responsible for providing their own daily meals.

Courses and credits

Students will earn a total of 9 credits. Student choose from the following courses:

Short Form Scriptwriting (MDIA 2201) 3 credits
Special Topics: Irish Culture Through Film (MDIA 4901) 3 credits
Advanced Scriptwriting for Film/TV (MDIA 4201) 3 credits
Film & Arts Festival Practicum (MDIA 4902) 3 credits

Excursions

Three multi-day excursions are included as part of the program. Students will visit the city of Galway and attend the Galway Film Festival; travel to Derry, designated the 2013 European City of Culture; and explore the Irish capital, Dublin. The group will have dinner together and see a play at the world renowned Abbey Theatre.

Cost


Additional Information on Ireland

To learn more about this study abroad destination, please visit the CIA World Factbook. 

Health and safety

Ohio University Office of Education Abroad suggests you follow the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control for healthy travel to your destination.

Please familiarize yourself with these recommendations and requirements prior to applying to a program.

Refer to the State Department website for information related to safety and security at this destination

Requesting accommodation for disabilities

If you plan to participate in an Ohio University-sponsored study abroad program and wish to request accommodation, you should contact the Office of Disability Services (ODS) to schedule an appointment to complete an Education Abroad Disability Accommodation Request Form. We recommend you do this as early as possible to allow sufficient time to determine what accommodations may be made for this program. 

Entry and exit requirements

U.S. citizens are required to have a valid U.S. passport when traveling outside of the United States.  If you plan to study or travel abroad in the next year, apply for your passport now.

Some countries also require a visa to legally enter and reside in the country.   Please review the entry and exit requirements for Ireland. US citizens will not need a visa or other special documents to enter the country for the length of this program. (Please note: If you plan to travel before or after the program, you may need a visa).  You may need to show sufficient funds to support yourself while in-country. 

Please also note that visa requirements may vary if you plan to stay in the country longer than the program dates or travel to other countries during or after the program.  Please familiarize yourself with these recommendations and requirements prior to applying to a program.

For more specific visa related information please visit OEA's Visa Information Page.

Information for NON-US citizens can be found here. 

For more information, contact:

Frederick Lewis
Program Director
School of Media Arts and Studies
RTV 219
E: lewisf@ohio.edu

Keely Davin
Program Coordinator
WIEC 012
davin@ohio.edu