Program Overview
The United Kingdom: Still United?
There is too much in the UK and Ireland to ever “see it all” in just one month, but this two-semester program is a great introduction to these fabled nation-states. You will experience bustling London before moving on to the southeast, Ireland, Cornwall and Devon.
In IDH 4007, you will explore coherence and unity, division and tension, as you study the dual journeys of English and Irish history, religion, literature, art, and science—from pre-Roman roots to the current unfolding of the present.
Your knowledge will then be tested in IDH 4008, taking place in the UK itself. You will witness firsthand how these centuries-long strands have come together and whether issues like Brexit have truly impacted the unity of the United Kingdom.
Program Start: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Program End: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Applications are closed
This study abroad program has reached capacity. We encourage you to review our available study abroad programs.
PROGRAM DETAILS
What you'll be doing
- Exploring the Republic of Ireland
- Touring Westminster Abbey
- Hiking up to summit of Diamond Hill in Ireland
- Visiting the Roman baths in Bath
- Attending live theatre performances
- Punting on the River Cam in Cambridge
It is a living document, meaning that scheduled Free Time may be utilized for in-person quizzes, class meetings, and/or class days. Students should always consult with their Faculty Director prior to scheduling plans during Free Time.
Cost & Aid
- 30 nights in handpicked accommodations
- Regional flights within program
- International travel medical insurance
- English-speaking tour guide for some activities
- Charter bus for Ireland, airporttransfersand a few excursions
- Local public transportation in London
- 16 breakfast meals
- Train transportation between cities
- 24/7 support from Faculty Director & Program Assistant
- Admissions to the Tower of London, Trinity College Library, Eden Project and more
Your Faculty Director
Professor James Sutton was born and raised in Michigan; he received undergraduate and Master’s degrees in English from Northwestern and Michigan and holds a Ph.D. in Renaissance Studies (1995) from Yale. Sutton is an Associate Professor in FIU’s English department, which he chaired from 2008-2016.
Born and raised in Michigan, His research focuses on the interplay of art, architecture, dramatic performance, politics, and court intrigue in England during the reigns of Queen Elizabeth I and King James I. He currently teaches and studies Shakespeare and his plays’ global appropriation and adaptation, focusing on Slovenia and South Florida.
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