Dioplóma sa Chultúr Dúchais

Program Overview

This online Diploma in Irish Traditional Culture program offers a comprehensive exploration of folklore, arts, customs, and beliefs. Designed for individuals interested in Irish heritage, the program emphasizes personal development and career opportunities in cultural tourism, community development, creative arts, and teaching. Delivered part-time over two years, the program provides flexibility for students while delving into the richness of Irish traditional culture.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Target Audience: This program is designed for individuals interested in Irish traditional culture and folklore.
Participants have the opportunity for personal development and enhancement of their educational qualifications.
• Delivery Method: The program is primarily delivered online through distance learning, offering flexibility for students.

Outline:

• Duration: Two years, part-time.
• Next Start Date: September 2024.
• Average Intake: 25 students.
• NFQ Level: 7.
• ECTS Weighting: 30.
• Award: Certificate/Diploma.
• Léann an Bhéaloidis in Éirinn: This module delves into the study of Irish folklore and its diverse elements.
• Gnéithe éagsúla den chultúr dúchais: This module examines various aspects of traditional culture.
• Amhránaíocht, ceol & damhsa traidisiúnta: This module explores traditional singing, music, and dance.
• Deasghnátha agus Nósmhaireacht Thraidisiúnta: This module examines traditional customs and practices.
• Tuiscintí & nósanna traidisiúnta bainteach le breith agus bás; féilte na bliana; leigheas traidisiúnta: This module explores traditional beliefs and practices related to birth, death, annual festivals, and traditional medicine.
• Year 2:
• Bealaí maireachtála agus ceirdeanna traidisiúnta: This module explores traditional livelihoods and crafts.
• An tOsnádúr sa Bhéaloideas: This module examines the supernatural in folklore.
• Tuiscintí dúchasacha faoin ‘saol eile’ sa bhéaloideas & a dtábhacht sa phobal traidisiúnta: This module explores indigenous beliefs about the afterlife in folklore and its significance in traditional communities.
• Aicmí na nAmhrán: This module categorizes different types of traditional songs.
• Na cineálacha difriúla amhrán traidisiúnta; tréithe, stíleanna agus téamaí na n-amhrán: This module examines various types of traditional songs, their characteristics, styles, and themes.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Essays:
Students are assessed through essays.
• Online Activities: Continuous online activities throughout the year, such as forum discussions, contribute to the assessment.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program is primarily delivered online through distance learning.
• Faculty:

Careers:

• Career Opportunities: While the program is open to anyone interested in the subject, it is particularly beneficial for individuals working or aspiring to work in fields such as:
• Cultural Tourism:
• Community Development:
• Creative Arts:
However, a good level of Irish language proficiency (particularly reading) is recommended. Access to a computer and the internet is essential due to the online delivery format.