Academic Overview

Discover what your academic semester in Dublin will look like, including the required courses and how your credits will transfer to UM.

Earn 12-15 UM transfer credits

During the fall semester, Start Abroad students will enroll in 12-15 credits as full-time, non-degree-seeking status students at the Dublin Business School (DBS). All courses successfully completed (C or higher) transfer back to UM as credit.

Upon returning to campus, Start Abroad courses successfully completed with a grade equivalent of “C” or higher will appear on students’ University of Miami academic records as transfer credit. If a student earns a “C-“ or lower, the transcript will show NC for no credit. Grades earned during Start Abroad will not be calculated into the students’ UM Grade Point Average.

Please note, maintaining good academic standing while abroad is important. Your grades may be considered for future opportunities at UM.

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  • Required Courses

    • Irish Life and Cultures (3 credits)
    • Writing for College (3 credits) — Equivalent to WRS 105
    • Two or three general electives

  • Coursework

    Students will select two or three electives from the courses offered by FIE. Click here to view the available options.

    Coursework information is subject to change.

  • Registration Abroad

    After you confirm your participation in the program, the academic team at your host institution will contact you during the summer to help you prepare for the semester. They’ll guide you through your course selection, review your credit and degree requirements, and provide guidance to align your classes with your major and academic goals at UM. This process helps support a semester abroad that is both meaningful and academically compatible with your future studies in Miami.

Academic FAQs

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  • Am I a UM student?

    You will officially become a ’Cane in the spring. However, the courses you take at the Dublin Busines School (DBS) will transfer to UM and count toward your degree progress—as long as you follow the guidance of your Cane Navigator or Transitional Guide. Some courses will transfer as direct UM equivalencies and may fulfill specific UM requirements.

  • How many credits will I earn after completing the program?

    Start Abroad students will take a total of 12-15 college credits. All successfully completed courses will return to UM as transfer credits.

  • How will course registration work?

    After you confirm your participation in the program, the academic team at your host institution will reach out during the summer to help you prepare for your semester abroad. 

    Suggested coursework specific to each UM School or College toprepare for transfer can be found here.

  • What is the academic environment at the Dublin Business School?

    The Dublin Business School offers courses taught in English by local faculty, with small class sizes that provide personalized support. Courses include cultural activities and field study excursions, giving you the chance to explore Dublin while learning. The environment is similar to a U.S. college classroom, with a collaborative and friendly relationship between faculty and students. You’ll take classes with other Start Abroad in Dublin students as well as DBS students, and participation is expected in most courses.

  • Is Dublin Business School only for business majors?

    No. Even though Dublin Business School has “business” in its name, it offers a wide range of courses suitable for many majors. Electives include options in business, communications, humanities, and the social sciences, making it a flexible fit for students.

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