Scríobh & Cumarsáid na Gaeilge

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.



What Will I Learn?

• 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.

Module/Trimester/Credits



Stage 1 Core Modules

IR40040 Teanga na Gaeilge 4(MA: Scríobh agus Cumarsáid na Gaeilge) Autumn 10

IR40190 Ceird na Scríbhneoireachta Autumn 10

IR40090 Na meáin Ghaeilge Spring 10

IR40570 Téarmeolaíocht & Aistriúchán Spring 10

IR40100 Tráchtas / Tionscnamh taighde Summer 30



Stage 1 Options - B)1 of:

Please select one of the following modules

IR40120 Scileanna Aistriúcháin Autumn 10

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

LANG20330 French General Purposes 3 (CEFR A2.1) Autumn 5

LANG20410 Italian Gen Purp 3 (CEFR A2.1) Autumn 5

LING30190 Translation: Methods & Skills Autumn 5

LANG10010 Italian General Purposes 1 (CEFR A1.1) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG10070 Italian General Purposes 2 (CEFR A1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG10100 German General Purposes 1(CEFR A1.1) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG10130 German General Purposes 2 (CEFR A1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG10170 French General Purposes 1 (CEFR A1.1) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG10180 French General Purposes 2 (CEFR A1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG10230 Spanish General Purposes 1 (CEFR A1.1) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG10260 Spanish General Purposes 2 (CEFR A1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG20040 French General Purposes 6 (CEFR B2.1) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG20100 Spanish General Purposes 6 (CEFR B2.1) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG20170 French General Purposes 7 (CEFR B2.2) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG20390 Spanish General Purposes 3 (CEFR A2.1) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG20400 Spanish General Purposes 4 (CEFR A2.2) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG20440 French General Purposes 5 (CEFR B1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG20470 Spanish General Purposes 5 (CEFR B1.2) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

LANG20490 Spanish General Purposes 7 (CEFR B2.2) Autumn and Spring (separate) 5

IR40400 Dlí agus Aistriúchán II Spring 10

IR40480 An Béal Beo Spring 5

LANG20340 French General Purposes 4 (CEFR A2.2) Spring 5

LANG20350 German General Purposes 3 (CEFR A2.1) Spring 5

LANG20500 German General Purposes 7 (CEFR B2.2) Spring 5

LANG20510 Italian General Purposes 4 (CEFR A2.2) Spring 5

LING20080 Meaning in Language Spring 5

LING20120 Second Language Teaching & Learning Spring 5

LING20130 Multilingualism Spring 5

• 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 at: https://www.ucd.ie/registry/prospectivestudents/admissions/rpl/ Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Online Application.



Who Should Apply?

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

90

Z030: 1 year full-time.

Z199: 2 years part-time.

Delivery: On Campus

MA Scríobh & Cumarsáid na Gaeilge (Z030) Full Time

EU fee per year - € 7315

nonEU fee per year - € 19900


MA Scríobh agus Cumarsáid (Z199) Part Time

EU fee per year - € 4390

nonEU fee per year - € 9950


***Fees are subject to change



Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website.

Z030 MA Scríobh & Cumarsáid na Gaeilge Master of Arts Full-Time

Commencing September 2026

Graduate Taught



Z199 MA Scríobh & Cumarsáid na Gaeilge Master of Arts Part-Time

Commencing September 2026

Graduate Taught