Visiting US & Non-EU Students: Modules and Courses - Modules Exclusively Available to Visiting US & Non-EU 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).
FR0105F Introduction to French (5 credit module, Autumn Semester)
A language course with a generally communicative approach, focusing on basic vocabulary and grammar and practising oral and aural skills, as well as basic reading comprehension and basic written French. (Staff).
This module is open to students who have no knowledge of French.
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).
FR0105S Introduction to French (5 credit module, Spring Semester)
A language course with a generally communicative approach, focusing on basic vocabulary and grammar and practising oral and aural skills, as well as basic reading comprehension and basic written French. (Staff).
This module is open to students who have no knowledge of French.
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).
GG2035S Ireland in Transition (5 credit module, Spring Semester)
This module is only available to non-EU visiting students
The module will outline and assess the economic, social and cultural changes that have occurred in Ireland (1950-the present day). Issues covered will include rural electrification and rural water supply; EU membership; agricultural change; the tourist industry; landscape change and management; provision of infrastructure and the EU’s Structural Funds; emigration and immigration; the changing role of the Catholic Church; the emergence and impacts of the Celtic Tiger and accessing credit. (Mr. R. O’Connor).
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).
