Emerald Cultural Institute is delighted to share September Social Programme:
The Student’s Guide to this month’s Social Programme
(Please note that the Social Programme may always be subject to changes)
Board Games
A selection of board games to play with your friends. Playing board games with other students is not only a way to enjoy yourself, but also to practice your English speaking skills and enrich your vocabulary by interacting with the other players.
Please sign up for this activity by Tuesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants (minimum 6 students required).
Creative Writing
Write a short story or poem of any length to share with other students.
Please sign up for this activity by Tuesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants (minimum 6 students required).
City Orientation for new students
A 45-minute walk through Dublin city centre with our Emerald Guide. Transports tickets will be discussed as well. A great activity for new students on their first day.
CV Preparation
This activity will provide you with some tips for writing your CV and Cover Letter appropriately and for searching for a job in Ireland. Furthermore, you can ask for proofreading your CV.
ECI film
This activity is meant to improve your English in many ways, especially your listening and speaking skills. Do not be disappointed if you cannot understand some parts, because you will improve gradually and hearing native language speakers always helps you to make progress. Please sign up for this activity by Monday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants (minimum 6 students required.
Hugh Lane
The gallery’s original collection of modern art was presented by Sir Hugh Lane in 1908 and has, over the last century been enhanced by notable bequests, gifts and acquisitions including Francis Bacon’s Studio and Archive and Sean Scully’s gift of paintings.
Please sign up for this activity by Wednesday, April 19. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants (minimum 6 students required).
INIS seminar
This seminar is for all new students who will need to go and register with the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service. Opening a bank account, requesting a PPS number, and taking holidays will be discussed as well.
NMI Collins Barracks
Collins Barracks is a military barrack located in the Arbour Hill area of Dublin. The sight includes the National Museum of Ireland – Decorative Arts and History.
Please sign up for this activity by Tuesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants (minimum 6 students required).
Pearse Museum
The Pearse Museum and St Enda’s Park was where Patrick Pearse lived and ran his innovative Irish-speaking school, Scoil Éanna, between 1910-16. Set in nearly fifty acres of beautiful parkland, the museum tells the story of Patrick Pearse and his brother William, both of whom were executed for their part in the 1916 Rising.
Please sign up for this activity by Tuesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants (minimum 6 students required).
Speed Friending
Come and meet new friends at our speed friending appointment! You will have 3 minutes to chat with another student, then you will be asked to move and chat with another of your partners.
Please sign up for this activity by Tuesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants (minimum 6 students required).
Paid Activities
Dublin Castle
Constructed in the early thirteenth century on the site of a Viking settlement, Dublin Castle served for centuries as the headquarters of English, and later British, administration in Ireland. In 1922, following Ireland’s independence, Dublin Castle was handed over to the new Irish government.
Please sign up for this activity by Wednesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants.
Guinness Storehouse
The Guinness Storehouse is Ireland’s number visitor attraction. Not only do we offer a special discounted price for ECI students, but we also provide an ECI guide to accompany students to the venue. The tour lasts about 1 hour and finishes up on the seventh floor, in the Gravity Bar with some specular views of Dublin and of course, a complimentary pint of Guinness.
Please sign up for this activity by Wednesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants.
Jameson Distillery
In 1780 John Jameson opened the doors of his distillery on Bow St. Over 200 years later, the doors are still open to friends old and new. Founded by John Jameson in 1780, today the former factory stands as a monument to Irish Whiskey.
Please sign up for this activity by Wednesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants.
Murder Mystery Tour
The Murder Mystery Tour at the Wax Museum in Dublin is an exciting self-guided tour and is perfect for those who love to solve mysteries and explore the world of crime investigation. Upon arrival, you will receive a pack containing all the information you need to start your adventure. This pack will include a map of the museum, a list of suspects, and a series of clues that will lead you through the museum’s exhibition and help you unravel the mystery.
Please sign up for this activity by Wednesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants.
St. Patrick’s Cathedral
St. Patrick’s Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral, founded in 1911, and is currently the national cathedral of the Church of Ireland. Since Saint Patrick baptised Christian converts nearby over 1500 years ago, this holy site has been a place of spiritual encounter for countless generations. Please sign up for this activity by Wednesday. Emerald reserves the right to cancel this activity due to a low number of participants.
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