Irish Gaelic advanced: module 3
This course has now started
- Course Code: LRG52
- Dates: 15/04/24 - 01/07/24
- Time: 10:30 - 12:00
- Taught: Mon, Daytime
- Duration: 10 sessions (over 12 weeks)
- Location: Keeley Street
- Tutor: William Brady
Course Code: LRG52
Duration: 10 sessions (over 12 weeks)
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What is the course about?
The course aims to help students improve their understanding of and communication in the Irish language and to continue gaining insights into Irish culture.
What will we cover?
• Current affairs
• Topics relating to Irish language and culture
• Film, TV and music in the Irish language
• Writing in the Irish language.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- express your opinion with a greater degree of fluency
- discuss complex topics with more confidence
- understand and formulate more complex sentences and grammar
- discuss cultural matters accurately.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
The course is intended for learners who have studied Irish 4 or have the equivalent level (at least 4 to 5 years study). Please contact the Languages department if you are unsure of your level.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
The tutor will provide their own material.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Ask your tutor for advice.
William Brady is a lecturer at St Mary’s University, Twickenham and is from Dublin. In 2019 he received his PhD in English Literature from Trinity College Dublin and has presented his research in Ireland, the United Kingdom, the United States and Croatia. He writes and lectures on contemporary literature, war writing, and psychogeography. A passionate Gaeilgeoir, he is on the committee of Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain, which promotes and organises events relating to Irish language and culture in London. He is also a contributor to the Nuacht Mhall podcast, which delivers news and current affairs at a gentle pace for learners of the Irish language.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.