BA (Hons) Arts - Gaeilge / Irish

Course Overview This course offers a comprehensive study of the Irish language (Gaeilge), from foundational oral and written skills to a deep exploration of its rich literary and cultural heritage. Students will gain a unique and original insight into Irish civilization, developing informed perspectives through direct engagement with texts from early times to the present day. Key Program Highlights Develops practical fluency in written and spoken modern Irish through small, focused language classes. Gain unique cultural enrichment by studying original Irish literature and sources from early medieval times to the contemporary period. Enhance spoken proficiency in dedicated conversation classes and state-of-the-art language laboratory sessions. Cultivate advanced critical reading and analytical skills through the study of a diverse range of literary texts. Explore various aspects of Ireland's cultural history through the unique lens of its ancestral language.