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MA Scríobh & Cumarsáid na Gaeilge

MA (NFQ Level 9)
Scholarships Available

This course is available through the following application route(s)

Duration:
1 Year
Attendance:
Full Time
Delivery:
On Campus
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Arts
Next Intake:
September
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

Duration:
2 Years
Attendance:
Part-Time
Delivery:
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Arts
Next Intake:
September
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

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This course is designed for students of Irish language and literature and for those working in the Irish language sector. There is a focus on a high standard of language and transferable language skills. Students who complete this course graduate with a high standard of accuracy in Irish language, and an understanding of its role in Irish society and Europe. 
Work placements are a key part of this course, which also entails a research project with skills ranging from use of translation and media packages, to research skills, depending on the choices made by the student. Students will graduate with effective communication and analytical skills to prepare them for a variety of career paths including: careers in Education, Media, Translation, Public Service, Research, Editing and Publishing.

  • Students who complete this course graduate with a high standard of accuracy in Irish language, and an understanding of its role in Irish society and Europe. 
  • The student completes a thesis on any topic in modern Irish language or literature.  
  • Work placements are also part of this course which also entail a research project encompassing interdisciplinary skills ranging from use of translation and media packages, to research skills, depending on the choices made by the student.  

About This Course

  • Students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of dialectal and Standard Irish (An Caighdeán Oifigiúil), attaining a C1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages or its equivalent.
  • Able to discriminate and self-evaluate areas of academic specialisation that are best suited to their strengths as research scholars and as professionals.
  • Apply the use of accurate spoken and written Irish in both academic and professional contexts, i.e. give interviews and participate in current debate on broadcast and print media; debate and analyse current affairs and academic topics.
  • Appreciate the study of the Irish language and its literature as an integral part of Irish society past and present in a national and global context.
  • Be proficient in the use of on-line and traditional resources.
  • Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of analytical techniques, research methods and theoretical issues in contemporary research in the Irish language.
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills with appropriate use of subject-specific terminology and with an ability to explain the rationale underlying research conclusions.
  • Translate literary, legal and official texts for use in the public domain;
  • Use the study of Modern Irish as a means of enabling critical thinking about social and cultural issues.

Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
 IR40040 Teanga na Gaeilge 4(MA: Scríobh agus Cumarsáid na Gaeilge) Autumn  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
 IR40190 Ceird na Scríbhneoireachta Autumn  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
 IR40090 Na meáin Ghaeilge Spring  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
 IR40570 Téarmeolaíocht & Aistriúchán Spring  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
 IR40100 Tráchtas / Tionscnamh taighde Summer  30
Stage 1 Options - B)1 of:
Please select one of the following modules
IR40120 Scileanna Aistriúcháin Autumn  10
Stage 1 Options - B)1 of:
Please select one of the following modules
IR40520 Dlí agus Aistriúchán 1 Autumn  10
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20070 German General Purposes 6 (CEFR B2.1) Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20330 French General Purposes 3 (CEFR A2.1) Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20410 Italian Gen Purp 3 (CEFR A2.1) Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LING30190 Translation: Methods & Skills Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG10010 Italian General Purposes 1 (CEFR A1.1) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG10070 Italian General Purposes 2 (CEFR A1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG10100 German General Purposes 1(CEFR A1.1) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG10130 German General Purposes 2 (CEFR A1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG10170 French General Purposes 1 (CEFR A1.1) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG10180 French General Purposes 2 (CEFR A1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG10230 Spanish General Purposes 1 (CEFR A1.1) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG10260 Spanish General Purposes 2 (CEFR A1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20040 French General Purposes 6 (CEFR B2.1) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20100 Spanish General Purposes 6 (CEFR B2.1) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20170 French General Purposes 7 (CEFR B2.2) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20390 Spanish General Purposes 3 (CEFR A2.1) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20400 Spanish General Purposes 4 (CEFR A2.2) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20440 French General Purposes 5 (CEFR B1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20470 Spanish General Purposes 5 (CEFR B1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20490 Spanish General Purposes 7 (CEFR B2.2) Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
IR40400 Dlí agus Aistriúchán II Spring  10
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
IR40480 An Béal Beo Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20340 French General Purposes 4 (CEFR A2.2) Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20350 German General Purposes 3 (CEFR A2.1) Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20500 German General Purposes 7 (CEFR B2.2) Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LANG20510 Italian General Purposes 4 (CEFR A2.2) Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LING20080 Meaning in Language Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LING20120 Second Language Teaching & Learning Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - C)10CR:
Please select 10 credits from the following option modules
LING20130 Multilingualism Spring  5

Paula Melvin
Céimí MA

Undertaking the Scríobh agus Cumarsáid MA was one of the most beneficial things I have done on both a personal and professional level. The high number of Scríobh agus Cumarsáid alumni that have become Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistants, teaching Irish in American Universities is a testament to Professor Regina Uí Chollatáin and her staff inspiring their students to pursue a plethora of Irish Language opportunities. On a daily basis I use the skills I honed during this course. The modules on the Revival of the Irish Language are particularly useful to me in my current role as Tánaiste of Conradh na Gaeilge.

MA Scríobh & Cumarsáid na Gaeilge (Z030) Full Time
EU          fee per year - € 9515
nonEU    fee per year - € 22600

MA Scríobh & Cumarsáid na Gaeilge (Z199) Part Time
EU          fee per year - € 4755
nonEU    fee per year - € 11300

***Fees are subject to change

Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website.  These courses are part funded by the Specific Skills Initiative from the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.  For further information regarding scholarships for this course please contact Bairbre Ní Chonchúir at Bairbre.nichonchuir@ucd.ie. Please note that UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme. For further information please see International Scholarships.

 

  • An upper second class honours degree, or the international equivalent, in Irish or a related area or significant professional work experience working in Irish language organisations or in the teaching profession is required.
  • Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No


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