Higher Diploma in Arts (Nua-Ghaeilge/Modern Irish)

University College Cork

It is intended for those who already have a 3 or 4 year primary degree, preferably in the area of Arts or the Sciences, and who wish to study one of the subject Nua-Ghaeilge/Modern Irish. The Higher Diploma in Arts is a conversion programme and applicants would not normally have studied the relevant subject to Honours Degree level previously but you must satisfy the Head of Deparrtment, that at the start of the course, your linguistic competence in Irish will allow you to draw benefit from courses at second-year and final-year undergraduate level. Applicants must have passed GA1002 (or equivalent module) Or Hold the Diploma Sa Ghaeilge Fheidmeach (from Ionad na Gaeilge Labhartha) Or Establish to the satisfaction of the Department (in interview/or examination) that the applicant is suitable for the programme. All applicants will be considered on an individual basis