Writing Workshops in Cork, Ireland

About Cork

Cork (Irish: Corcaigh, from corcach, meaning "marsh") is the second largest city in Ireland. It is the administrative centre of County Cork and the largest city in Munster province. Metropolitan Cork has a population of about 400,000.

County Cork is sometimes called "the Rebel County," and residents will refer to the city as the "real capital of Ireland" and themselves as the "Rebels." The county was home to Michael Collins, the famous IRA leader of the early 20th century.

The city is built on the River Lee, with the city centre located on the island created by its two channels. Cork Harbour is one of the world's largest natural harbours, with quays and docks along the banks.

We will be in Cork during the heart of their annual Midsummer Festival, a two-week, city-wide celebration of summer. The festival combines the best of local, national, and international arts and culture for a memorable event you won't want to miss.

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The Program

The Writing Workshops Abroad have been held every summer for almost 20 years, in such locations as Prague, Madrid, San Miguel, and Edinburgh. We are closely associated with the UNO Creative Writing Workshop, and provide the residency component of the Low Residency MFA in Creative Writing Program - both of which are included in the Huffington Post's "Top 25 Underrated Creative Writing MFA Programs."

While you are welcome to, you do not need to apply to the Low Residency MFA Program to attend the Writing Workshops in Cork. For more information about writing degrees at the University of New Orleans, please visit www.uno.edu/writing.

2014 marks our second year in Ireland, and we are excited to be returning to the University College Cork. As usual, we'll feature our writing workshops and seminars with exceptional faculty and guests, as well as our famous reading series and excursions to nearby historic sites, like Dublin, Castle Blarney, Cobh, and Killarney.

The program cost includes tuition, accommodation, meals on class days, opening and closing receptions, weekend excursions, weekly film screenings, readings and performances by students, faculty, and guest writers, study abroad travel insurance, and more.

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided in the form of apartment-style housing, courtesy of UCC Campus Accommodation. We will be staying in University Hall on the banks of the River Lee, a short walk from campus and with easy access to public transportation. Each apartment features private bedrooms with bed, bathroom, desk, and storage space. Kitchens and living areas areshared between approximately four program participants. The complex also includes self-service laundry facilities, a copy room, and on-site residential security. Upon arrival in Cork, transportation to the apartments is available via taxi, city bus, and Aircoach. More information can be found on the UCC website.

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Courses

Participants are eligible to enroll in up to six course credits for the basic cost of the program, or nine credits for an additional fee. Students in degree programs at other institutions should consult their advisors about the applicability of these courses to their curricula.

Our 2014 course listing:

If you've already completed your degree, you might be interested in our non-credit Writing & Publishing Forum. The Forum provides the opportunity for novice writers, MFA graduates, and approved non-MFA students to revise and prepare their work to submit for publication. Visit the Forum page for more information!

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