Ballyvaughn: Studio Art, History, and Culture in Ireland (Closed)
Ballyvaughn, Ireland
Dates
- Summer 2 Semester - July 5- August 6, 2013
Application Deadline
- Summer 2 Semester - Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and program may fill at any time. Final deadline – January 24.
Description
Faculty Leader: Mira Cantor (m.cantor@neu.edu)
Study Abroad Coordinator: Colleen Boyle (c.boyle@neu.edu)
Information Session: January 23, 5:15 pm, 399 Ryder Hall
Summer II
Courses: ARTE2500 Art + Design Abroad: Studio - Art Studio in Ireland & ARTE2501 Art and Design Abroad: History - History and Culture in Ireland
Description: This is a 4 weeks studio hands on experience where students are provided a studio to create a project using any art medium. The first week is very structured by the faculty. Students will participate in a series of exercises, hike, listen to lectures and discuss readings. Weekend: to Aran Islands. The second week students discuss their projects and begin working on them. There are intense critiques every other day by faculty. Weekend :a day at the Galway Arts Festival. The third week the work continues with Celli dancing and lectures in between. The fourth week we prepare for the final exhibition of all student work.Weekend: Dublin.
A video for the program can be seen at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2llaQ1mU-LU.
- Ballyvaughn Poster
Courses
- ARTE2500 Art + Design Abroad: Studio - Art Studio in Ireland
- ARTE2501 Art + Design Abroad: History - History and Culture in Ireland
Host University
The Burren College of Art nestled on Galway Bay on the Western Coast of Ireland
Eligibility Requirements
Minimum 2.5 GPA, Students should have prior experience in making art or have already taken courses in the foundation area in the Department of Art+Design. Others should have the permission of instructors.
Application Procedure
- Online Dialogue of Civilizations application (available on OISP website)
- Unofficial transcript which you can download and print from MyNEU
- One copy of passport ID page – To be given directly to your faculty leader after acceptance.
- 2-3 page essay answering the following questions:
- What are your personal and academic reasons for wishing to participate in this Dialogue of Civilizations program?
- How will the program further your academic and career goals?
- What is your previous travel and language experience, if any?
- What courses have you taken which are directly relevant to the program?
**Faculty may require additional information and/or interview (after application deadline)
**Please note that prior to 11/15/12 your unofficial transcript and essay should be handed in to OISP. After 11/15/12, please send them directly to your faculty leader
Cost
Tuition: $9,830
DOC Fee: $3,000
Tuition and DOC Fee cover 8 Northeastern credits, round-trip airfare from Boston, housing for program duration, International SOS assistance, as well as some local transport, excursions and group meals.
Accommodations
All students will reside in a beautiful facility called Orchard House where laundry and internet are provided, There is a large kitchen. Food is NOT provided but students can shop nearby for groceries. House is located between the studios and the town; about ½ mile in each direction.
Destination
Ballyvaughn is nestled in an unusal spot on Galway Bay called The Burren which means “rocky place”. This glacier which is left over from the ice age is a limestone mountain zone covered with wild flowers. It is also used as grazing land for cattle and sheep. There are trails for hiking and exploring this untouched landscape. The wind and rain can be formidable but the sun brings in spectacular colors and light that is breathtaking; all in the same day. It is a place for creativity and thought within an inspiring landscape. The Burren College provides each student with a 6 x 12 foot studio space.