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Diploma In Irish B2 | An Dioplóma sa Ghaeilge B2

We are delighted to announce that the Diploma in Irish, Level B2, will return to DCU. 

This is a wonderful partnership between Acadamh na hOllscolaíochta Gaeilge, University of Galway and the Irish Language Office, Dublin City University.

This year you will have the opportunity to do course at level B2. This is a part time course that runs over two academic years. 

This course is perfect for you if you want to: 

  • Add to your fluency in both written and spoken Irish? OR
  • Do a Master’s in Education and a qualification in teaching? This course can be used as an alternative to a second-level qualification in Irish and the course is recognised by the Department of Education, additional information here NASC 

Course overview: 

  • The course will begin the week beginning 23rd of September* on DCU St. Patricks Campus. 
  • Time: 18.00 – 21.00
  • First year –  20 weeks in total over semester 1 and 2 
  • Second year – 20 weeks in total over Semester 1 and 2
  • The cost of the course: is €250 per year for full time DCU students – it’s usually €990 per year
  • Course level is - B2 (Levels B1 and C1 will not be on offer this year) 

Interested? 

  1. Firstly, please use your DCU email address for question 11 on the registration form.  
  2. Complete the online application before the 12.00, Wednesday, 19th September. Link here
  3. You will be receive a link to the Triall Teanga, complete and submit. 
  4. You will then be able to pay online to secure your place

Additional information here: An Dioplóma sa Ghaeilge B2 - NUI Galway (acadamh.ie)

If you have questions about the course please contact Siobhán Seoighe OR if you have questions about your application/payment can be directed to Treasa de Paor. 

Siobhán Seoighe, Irish Language Officer 

30 August 2024