International Placement Opportunities
Erasmus+ exchange
The School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health has Erasmus+ exchange agreements with the following universities:
There are opportunities for exchange in each of these universities.
Get ready to embark on the ultimate adventure in your academic journey with the Erasmus+ exchange programme. Imagine breaking free from the ordinary and diving headfirst into a whirlwind of excitement, learning, and cultural discovery. Erasmus+ is not just a study abroad opportunity; it’s a passport to a world where every day is a chance to explore, connect, and grow. Picture yourself living in a new city, making friends from all corners of the globe, and gaining a fresh perspective on your studies. Whether you’re craving the buzz of a vibrant city or the tranquillity of a picturesque town, Erasmus+ opens doors to endless possibilities. Don’t miss out on the chance to turn your college years into a thrilling global adventure – join Erasmus+ and redefine your education in the most unforgettable way!
The Erasmus+ exchange programme at the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health is open for application to all 2nd year nursing students and takes place in semester 1 of 3rd year. It is a minimum of 9 weeks and is a placement only exchange. This means you will be on placement in a service/hospital and this placement will align with your placement requirements here at DCU.
Tanzania
The School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health at DCU presents students registered on the Bachelors in Childrens and General Nursing with a unique opportunity to undertake a 6-week practice placement in the Muhimbili National Hospital in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. This placement is facilitated by a strong partnership between the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health at DCU, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), Childrens Health Ireland (Global) and the charity Their Lives Matter (TLM).
This programme is open for application from students currently in 2nd year and who are registered on the Bachelors in Childrens and General Nursing. It consists of a practice placement in the paediatric oncology service in the Muhimbili National Hosptial in Dar Es Salaam.
Lourdes
The School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health at DCU presents an exciting opportunity for students registered on any of the nusing programmes to particpate in a 2-week long practice placement in Lourdes, France.
This is facilitated by a partnership between the Irish Association of Lourdes Volunteers and The School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health. Students will undertake a placement supporting people with a variety of health needs to travel to and from Lourdes and providing nursing care, under supervision, during the placement period.
Application process
Students will be invited by email to apply for the Erasmus+ Exchange Programme, Internatonal placement and Lourdes placement in the first semester of year 2 of the BNG, BNCG, BNID and BNPY study programmes. A closing date for receipt of applications will be set towards the end of Semester 1 of Year 2.
Students will be asked to complete an expression of interest application and to self-assess against the following criteria:
- All academic modules passed on the first attempt.
- All clinical placements completed with no outstanding time.
- All clinical learning outcomes and competencies passed on the first attempt.
- No more than one week of uncertified absence from practice placement.
Students should also have demonstrated a good level of engagement with their programme of study and have engaged well with lecturers, colleagues, peers and practice placement staff. Shortlisted students will invited to submit a personal statement outlining their motivation and purpose in participating in the exchange programme.