Why Study Irish at TCD?

If you have an interest in studying Irish (be it Early Irish, Modern Irish or both), or if you want to combine it with various other subjects, then you should consider studying with us here in Trinity College.

The Department of Irish and Celtic Languages is a small, friendly department - all the staff and students get to know each other well over their course of study, and the lecturers are always happy to talk with students.

The Irish department has an international reputation for its teaching and research. It offers a four-year degree course, which is taught through Irish in the case of Modern Irish, and through English in the case of Early Irish. All aspects of Irish literature and language are covered. Uniquely in Ireland, Scottish Gaelic is an integral part of the Modern Irish course, and students have the opportunity to visit Sabhal Mòr Ostaig on the Isle of Skye.

Students of Early Irish have the opportunity of studying abroad for a semester. See past-pupil Christina Cleary's profile to see how she got on in Aberystwyth.

An Cumann Gaelach is one of the strongest societies in the College and runs many events during the year, as does Oifig na Gaeilge, making the study of Irish in Trinity not only academically interesting and challenging, but also a lot of fun. See other student profiles for a taste. The College's 'Scéim Chónaithe' in particular might be of interest. This is a scheme whereby students who live in Trinity College's mini-Gaeltacht receive a grant towards their accommodation costs.

Trinity College itself is in an excellent location in the heart of the city, close to many Irish-language amenities including Gael Linn, Conradh na Gaeilge and Gaelchultúr, as well as research facilities such as the National Library and the Royal Irish Academy. It also has all the other conveniences of a city-centre campus location, such as Grafton Street's shops and a wide selection of eateries.