Receive a third level qualification in Irish in 2013/2014
June 18, 2013
Are you looking for a third level qualification in Irish? Whether it’s a diploma, primary or master’s degree you’re looking for, Universities all over the country are accepting applications for the next academic term starting in September.
There has never been a bigger demand in all ranges of work for employees with a qualification in Irish, from TV presenting to teaching and law.
Ionad na dTeangacha, NUI Maynooth is offering a Diploma in Irish Language Teaching (Adult Learners) again this year. This part time yearlong course is suitable for people looking to teach Irish to adult learners and a strong emphasis will be placed on teaching practice in the classroom.
The course will be based in Connemara for the year with support from Údarás na Gaeltachta and the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. The application form is available online at http://www.nuim.ie/language/courses/cert-irish.shtml.
A new term for ‘Diploma in Applied Irish’ will begin in UCD in September 2013. This course is aimed at the general public and it would be especially appropriate for civil servants and those looking to improve their language skills. The Dept of Education accepts this ‘Diploma in Applied Irish’ as an Irish qualification for the Postgraduate Programme for Primary School Teaching. More information can be found on the brochure.
If you’re a mature student and would like to begin a BA course in Irish, NUIG is offering an exceptional course which would be very suitable for adults wish to return to University. This BA in Applied Irish meets the requirements set by the Teaching Council to teach Irish as a Leaving Cert subject. The course will cover many elements including literature, folklore, cultural history, translation and journalism. For more information go to www.oegaillimh.ie/acadamh or email www.oegaillimh.ie/gaeilge.
If you would like to specialise in pedagogy and on emersion and bilingual education theory, Coláiste Mhuire Gan Smál, Limerick is providing an ‘M. Ed. In Irish Language Education’. The course aims to promote a high standard of Irish Language teaching in the Gaeltachta and all-Irish schools. All information can be found here http://www.gaelport.com/cursai/MOid-san-Oideachas-Lan-Ghaeilge/ or by e-mail tj.oceallaigh@mic.ul.ie.
Europus will run an intensive training course on the translation of law and state documents in An Cheathrú Rua from August to September 2013. Graduates with a high standard of Irish and English will be considered along with law graduates. The course is free but there is limited space. Contact aine@europus.ie for more information.
Make sure to keep an eye on www.gaelport.com/cursai for a full list of Irish courses in 2013/2014.
