Incoming Erasmus Students: Information on Programmes - Modules Exclusively Available to Incoming Erasmus Students
Autumn Semester
EN3004F Introduction to Anglo-Irish Literature (10 credit module, Autumn Semester)
This module is a general introduction to Anglo-Irish Literature and involves a close reading of specific texts from the three genres of poetry, fiction and drama. No texts from mainstream English courses are covered in this module. (Ms. M. Breen).
FL2111F Aspects of Irish Folklore ( 5 credit module, Autumn Semester)
The module provides an overview of the development of folklore studies and ethnology in Ireland. It examines the contexts and genres of storytelling in Ireland, explores fairy lore and its significance to the communities where it was generated, and presents aspects of the traditional calendar and associated customs. (Staff).
GA1120F Introduction to Modern Irish (5 credit module, Autumn Semester)
A beginners’ course in Conversational Irish. No previous knowledge is required. The course is a comprehensive introduction to the living language with the emphasis being placed on the spoken word. Participants will learn how to communicate in everyday situations in Irish. They will be enabled to speak about themselves, their family, where they live, what the weather is like, how to count etc. Learners will also study some of the rudimentary aspects of the Irish verb (concentrating on the past and present tenses as well as examining the verbal noun). Students will receive a brief overview of the syntax and phonology of the language. It is also an opportunity for participants to acquire an insight into Irish culture. (Staff).
GG2036F People, Place and Politics:
The module will provide an overview of social, cultural and
political change in Irish society, so as to lead to a further understanding of
the shaping of modern
HI1115F Introduction to Irish History for Visiting Students (5 credit module, Autumn Semester)
This is a survey course in modern Irish history. The topics covered include: The Great Famine, 1845-1852; Emigration during and after the Famine; The politics of post-Famine Ireland; The Irish Revolutionary tradition; The Irish democratic tradition; Cultural politics in twentieth-century Ireland. (Staff).
MU1V01F Introduction to Irish Traditional Music (5 credit module, Autumn Semester)
An introductory module, for visiting students, giving a broad overview of Irish traditional music. No prior experience of studying music is required. The history and development of the music, and the various instruments used to play it, will be explored. Some of the most outstanding characters involved with the music, including innovators, performers and music collectors, will also be studied. Finally we will examine some of the most exciting modern-day developments within the music. (Ms M.Mitchell-Ingoldsby).
MU1V02F Introduction to Jazz (5 credit module, Autumn Semester)
An introductory module, for visiting students, in the history and styles of jazz. No prior experience of studying music is required. (Mr. P. O’Donnell).
MU1V04F Introduction to Music in Modern Ireland (5 credit module, Autumn Semester)
This module examines examples of the various styles and traditions that form the musical landscape of modern Ireland. Our explorations will be informed by broader questions: What characterises music-making in a modern society? How do we understand and explain musical performance, expression, and experience in a context of increasing multiculturalism and globalisation? Ideas and models will be drawn from recent discourse in ethnomusicology and Irish music studies. Students will be invited to carry out personal projects on topics related to the course. This is an introductory course for visiting students; no prior experience of studying music is required. (Ms. K. Boyle).
Spring Semester
AR1111 Introduction to the Archaeology of Ireland (10 credit module, Spring Semester)
An introduction to the archaeology of Ireland from the earliest human settlement on the island to the post-medieval period. (Dr. T. Ó Carragáin).
EN3004S Introduction to Anglo-Irish Literature (10 credit module, Spring Semester)
This module is a general introduction to Anglo-Irish Literature and involves a close reading of specific texts form the three genres of poetry, fiction and drama. No texts from mainstream English courses are covered in this module. (Ms. M. Breen).
FL2111S Aspects of Irish Folklore ( 5 credit module, Spring Semester)
The module provides an overview of the development of folklore studies and ethnology in Ireland. It examines the contexts and genres of storytelling in Ireland, explores fairy lore and its significance to the communities where it was generated, and presents aspects of the traditional calendar and associated customs. (Staff).
GA1120S Introduction to Modern Irish (5 credit module, Spring Semester)
A beginners’ course in Conversational Irish. No previous knowledge is required. The course is a comprehensive introduction to the living language with the emphasis being placed on the spoken word. Participants will learn how to communicate in everyday situations in Irish. They will be enabled to speak about themselves, their family, where they live, what the weather is like, how to count etc. Learners will also study some of the rudimentary aspects of the Irish verb (concentrating on the past and present tenses as well as examining the verbal noun). Students will receive a brief overview of the syntax and phonology of the language. It is also an opportunity for participants to acquire an insight into Irish culture. (Staff).
HI1115S Introduction to Irish History for Visiting Students (5 credit module, Spring Semester)
This is a survey course in modern Irish history. The topics covered include: The Great Famine, 1845-1852; Emigration during and after the Famine; The politics of post-Famine Ireland; The Irish Revolutionary tradition; The Irish democratic tradition; Cultural politics in twentieth-century Ireland. (Staff).
MU1V01S Introduction to Irish Traditional Music (5 credit module, Spring Semester)
An introductory module, for visiting students, giving a broad overview of Irish traditional music. No prior experience of studying music is required. The history and development of the music, and the various instruments used to play it, will be explored. Some of the most outstanding characters involved with the music, including innovators, performers and music collectors, will also be studied. Finally we will examine some of the most exciting modern-day developments within the music. (Ms M.Mitchell-Ingoldsby).
MU1V02S Introduction to Jazz (5 credit module, Spring Semester)
An introductory module, for visiting students, in the history and styles of jazz. No prior experience of studying music is required. (Mr. P. O’Donnell).
MU1V04S Introduction to Music in Modern Ireland (5 credit module, Spring Semester)
This module examines examples of the various styles and traditions that form the musical landscape of modern Ireland. Our explorations will be informed by broader questions: What characterises music-making in a modern society? How do we understand and explain musical performance, expression, and experience in a context of increasing multiculturalism and globalisation? Ideas and models will be drawn from recent discourse in ethnomusicology and Irish music studies. Students will be invited to carry out personal projects on topics related to the course. This is an introductory course for visiting students; no prior experience of studying music is required. (Ms. K. Boyle).
