Overview

This intensive course is specifically aimed at students with little or no previous knowledge of Irish. Learners will focus on conversation and listening skills as part of the Irish language learning process and they will be encouraged to use these skills, not only in the classroom but also independently outside the formal classroom setting.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be over 21 years of age.

What you will Learn

• Introductions
• Working through the medium of Irish
• Numbers/Counting things
• The Weather/Greetings
• Health and Feelings
• Where are you from
• Time/Making Arrangements
• Where do you live?
• Looking for facilities
• The Family/The Household
• Pastimes & University Subjects

Contact

If you have any questions about this course, please contact:

An Dr Dorothy Ní Uigín
Riarthóir Theagasc na Gaeilge,
Áras na Gaeilge, Gaillimh
Díreach: 091 493493

Email: Dorothy Ní Uigín

How to Apply

From the 1st October 2024, you can apply for this micro-credential through our Online Application Portal. 

Learn more about our application process.

Apply here: Online Application Portal

When completing your application please make sure to select the following categories:

Academic level: Micro-credentials and CPD
College/Interest type: Micro-credentials/CPD Undergrad Level 7/8.
Academic programme: Arts and Social Science Undergrad CPB17. 

You will need to manually enter the Module Name and Code under ‘Module Name’ on the second page of your application. Please copy the name and code below:

Irish for Beginners GDT101.1