Explore Ireland!
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This 7-day program in Paris, France and Galway, Ireland is for nurses in training so they can engage in a cultural experience in Ireland and their delivery of healthcare services. The nursing students will participate in in-classroom activities and lectures, SIM lab, and have opportunities to have community nursing experiences at outlying facilities in Ireland.
Dates: November 21-28, 2026
Approximate cost: $3600-$3800, multiple grants and scholarships are available.
Travel Organization: TBD
During the program, the students will engage with the University of Galway Nursing and Midwifery. The students will learn about:
- Undergraduate and Postgraduate education in Higher Education Institutions in Ireland.
- Advanced practice roles in Ireland – similarities and contrasts with international experiences
- Learn about Ireland’s Critical Care Outreach Team
- Oncology from the Ireland perspective
- The influence of AI on Nurse Education and Healthcare
- Digital Technologies for Nursing Education
- Global Health – Reflections from Voluntary Work
- Clinical Skills Lab scenarios
- Irish healthcare system and provisions
- Top tips to succeed as an undergraduate student in nursing and transitioning to RN
- Nursing Research in Ireland
Nursing Program Learning Objectives
Students who successfully complete the nursing program will be able to do the following:
- Understand how nursing students learn within the University of Galway Nursing and Midwifery School.
- Understand how health care is delivered in Ireland.
- Understand the University of Galway’s clinical and simulation tools.
- Understand how Ireland can achieve impressive health outcomes.
- Understand how research makes an impact on the health care system in Ireland.
- Interested students should talk to an advisor about registering for the course as NURS 499 Ireland.
Curriculum:
This program includes asynchronous sessions. Modules are asynchronous and must be completed on due dates noted within Canvas. There are pre-trip Zoom meetings that are set up before the trip. All pre-course work is identified within Canvas and must be completed before the trip to Ireland.
Inclusions:
- Round-trip international airfare between Pennsylvania and Paris/Dublin
- One-war flight between Paris and Dublin
- Arrival and departure airport transfers with an assistant
- Coach transportation between cities
- Hotel accommodations as listed
- Daily breakfast
- Tips for the local coach driver
- Included for staff service
- Guided sightseeing tour of Paris
- Full-day experience at Disney Paris
- 2 complimentary professors in a single room
- Bateaux Mouche ticket.
Detailed Itinerary:
This itinerary combines the iconic charm of Paris, France with the relaxed cultural beauty of Galway, Ireland. The journey features guided sightseeing, a full day at Disneyland Paris, seamless transfers, and comfortable accommodations—balancing adventures, leisure, and cultural immersion.
- Day 1 – Saturday, November 21, 2026 | Depart USA
- International flight from Philadelphia, PA, to Paris Charles de
- Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Overnight flight
- Day 2 – Sunday, November 22, 2026 | Paris
- Arrival in Paris, France
- Assistance and transfer at the airport
- Full-day guided sightseeing tour of the magnificent city of Paris, designed to immerse you in its rich history, iconic architecture, and vibrant culture. This comprehensive tour features all the major landmarks and highlights that define the City of Lights. You will experience breathtaking views and learn fascinating stories at the world-famous Eiffel Tower, a global cultural icon of France. The tour continues to the majestic Arc de Triomphe, standing proudly at the western end of the Champs-Élysées, where you will learn about its significance as a tribute to those who fought for France.
- The afternoon concludes with a River Seine cruise aboard a Bateaux Mouche. Departing from the nearby Pont de l’Alma, these glass-covered excursion boats offer the group a unique perspective of central Paris from the river. Tickets are included.
- Check in at your hotel in the afternoon.
- Overnight in Paris
- Day 3 – Monday, November 23, 2026 | Paris (Breakfast Included)
- Full-day excursion to Disneyland Paris (round-trip transfer and ticket entrance included).
- Overnight in Paris
- Day 4 – Tuesday, November 24, 2026 | Paris → Galway (Breakfast Included)
- Airport transfer and assistant are included:
- Transfer to CDG Airport
- Air Lingus Flight EI 521
- Departs Paris at 10:10 AM
- Arrives Dublin at 11:00 AM
- Coach bus transfer from Dublin to Galway (approx. 2.5 hours)
- Check in at The Hyde Hotel, Galway
- University of Galway University of Galway, School of Nursing and Midwifery – agenda being planned for daylight hours
- Evening – leisure.
- Overnight in Galway
- Airport transfer and assistant are included:
- Day 5 – Wednesday, November 25, 2026 | Galway (Breakfast Included)
- University of Galway University of Galway, School of Nursing and Midwifery – agenda being planned for daylight hours
- Evening – leisure to explore Galway
- Overnight at The Hyde Hotel
- Day 6 – Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Galway (Breakfast Included)
- University of Galway University of Galway, School of Nursing and Midwifery – agenda being planned for daylight hours
- Evening leisure to explore Galway
- Overnight at The Hyde Hotel
- Day 7 – Friday, November 27, 2026 | Galway (Breakfast Included)
- University of Galway University of Galway, School of Nursing and Midwifery – agenda being planned for daylight hours
- Evening – leisure to explore .
- Overnight at The Hyde Hotel (Night 4)
- Day 8 – Saturday, November 28, 2026 | Return Home
- Meals: Boxed Breakfast
- Airport transfer from Galway to Dublin Airport (approx. 2.5 hours)
- Return flight from Dublin to Philadelphia
Evening exploration could include:
- Cliffs of Moher
- Christmas village of Galway
- etc…
Learn More:
Connect with Natalie Barlick-Reed via email at nab5316@psu.edu.
