Course Details

Course Code(s):
DPGHFHUEAD
Available:
Part-Time
Intake:
Autumn/Fall
Course Start Date:
September
Duration:
2 years, Part-Time
Award:
Diploma
Qualification:
NFQ Level 7
Faculty: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Course Type: Professional/Flexible
Fees: For Information on Fees, see section below.

Contact(s):

Name: Deirdre Ní Loingsigh
Email: Deirdre.NiLoingsigh@ul.ie

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Brief Description

Dioplóma sa Ghaeilge Fheidhmeach – Osradharc

Dioplóma sa Ghaeilge Fheidhmeach – Overview

Modh Iarratais/How to Apply 

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The Dioplóma sa Ghaeilge Fheidhmeach is a two-year part-time undergraduate evening course (NFQ Level 7). It is an innovative programme tailor made for the adult learner. The ideal participant will have an interest in exploring key aspects of the Irish language in its contemporary environment and will wish to obtain a University qualification in Irish. The programme also targets individuals seeking a formal language improvement programme as part of a continuous professional development plan. At the end of this course, students will be capable of communicating effectively and confidently in both personal and professional situations.

Seimeastar 1 (Bliain 1)

Seimeastar 2 (Bliain 1)

Modúl GA3031: An Ghaeilge sa Chleachtas Gairmiúil 1 (6 ECTS)

Modúl GA3041: An Fhilíocht Chomhaimseartha (6 ECTS)

Modúl GA3051: Log Foghlama 1 (3 ECTS)

Modúl GA3042: An Ghaeilge sa Chleachtas Gairmiúil 2 (6 ECTS)

Modúl GA3052: An Traidisiún Béil (6 ECTS)

Modúl GA3062: Log Foghlama 2 (3 ECTS)

Seimeastar 3 (Bliain 2)

Seimeastar 4 (Bliain 2)

Modúl GA3023: An Cleachtas Dátheangach (6 ECTS)

Modúl GA3033: Scríbhneoireacht & Scileanna an Léinn (6 ECTS)

Modúl GA3043: Log Foghlama 3 (3 ECTS)

Modúl GA3044: Scríbhneoirí Comhaimseartha na Gaeilge & an Pobal Léitheoireachta (6 ECTS)

Modúl GA3054: Saibhriú Teanga: Comhthéacsanna Cumarsáide (6 ECTS)

Modúl GA3064: Log Foghlama 4 (3 ECTS)

The majority of applicants will be mature students (23 years or over on 1 January, year of registration). Current University of Limerick students who are interested in dual registration* may also apply. Applicants not current UL or mature students, are required to hold, at the time of enrolment, the established Leaving Certificate (or approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects. These must include: Two H5 (Higher) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary) grades or Four H7 (Higher) grades. Subjects must include Maths, Irish or another language, & English. Grade F6 in Foundation Maths also satisfies minimum entry requirements. A minimum H4 grade in Irish or TEG B1 is required. All applicants, including applicants for link-in modules, will be evaluated in terms of: oral & written proficiency (CEFR Level B1); academic qualifications; Recognition of Prior Learning (where applicable); motivation or demand for Irish for special purposes; Information Technology (IT) skills, and overall potential to complete the programme. All applicants, including applicants for link-in modules, will be interviewed using the same criteria.

What to Include with your Application
Delays in receiving these documents will affect the progress of your application.

  • Photo or Scanned original copy of your transcripts for all years of study. (Graduates of UL need only provide us with their Student ID number.)
  • A copy of your birth cert or passport
  • A copy of your most recent CV
  • Applicants who do not have English as their first language may satisfy English Language requirements:
  • If your qualifications have been obtained in a country where English is an official language this will suffice
  • If this is not available, the following additional documents must be provided:
  • English translation of your qualification(s)/transcripts AND
  • English language competency certificate
  • Please click here for Further Information on English Language Requirements

 

EU - €1,158 per annum

Non- EU - €1,200 per annum

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie.)

Please click here for information on funding and scholarships.