Short Courses

Each course runs for a total of 22 weeks (a 2 hour class once per week) spread over two terms – Autumn (commencing in late September) and Winter/Spring (commencing in January).

Exact schedules for each level are available from the individual course webpages.  Due to other events in the College, there will be a longer break in December.

The specific day of your class will be determined by your course language and level, and this information will be noted on each course webpage.

Class dates/times are subject to minor changes in rare circumstances and students will be given the maximum notice possible if this unlikely situation arises.  

You may pay by credit/debit card online after enrolment opens for the course in which you wish to enrol.

Payments should be made securely via PayPal.

Once your payment is received, you will subsequently receive a confirmation email from the School’s Short Courses Administrator, with instructions to finalise your registration. Please complete the application form sent via email as this process ensures your name is added to the class list. Otherwise, you may miss important updates.

You are not formally registered in any course until you have completed payment for the course in full, have completed and submitted the application form on time once received, and have received written confirmation of your active registration from the School's Short Courses Administrator.

The fee is €660 for the 22-week course, 2 hours/once a week with scheduled break weeks.

This fee is non-refundable once the course has commenced.

All courses are offered subject to minimum and maximum registration numbers. In the event of a full course cancellation due to an insufficient number of applicants or another reason, fees will be refunded in full. 

All classes will take place in the evening on Trinity College’s campus in Dublin city centre.

Learners will receive dates, times and venue information closer to the course commencement date.

• These courses are designed to empower learners to immerse themselves in a new language. Classes are led by experienced teachers. These courses are not CPD accredited.
• Learners must be 18 years of age or older to enrol in the short courses offered by the School of Languages, Literatures and Cultural Studies.
• Participation in a short course does not allow for access to the Trinity Library or any other student services.

Courses for each language are usually offered at A1, A2 and B1 levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages.

If you are unsure, contact the Short Courses Coordinator with details of your previous experience and, where appropriate, we can seek instructor guidance.

Yes, our Beginners’ courses are designed for students with very little or no prior knowledge.

Content varies by language and level and is generally aligned with CEFR learning outcomes.

Most evening courses run from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, held once weekly with scheduled break weeks. The day of the week for your course will depend on the language level.

Check the course page for confirmation and details of the schedule.

Courses will proceed subject to sufficient enrolment numbers and registration is capped for each course to ensure the best environment for all learners.

The Short Courses Administrator will be in touch to confirm if the course will go ahead.

Payments are processed and places allocated in the order received on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment processing can take a number of days or weeks depending on staff leave.

You will receive a formal application via email after your payment has been processed and received by the Short Courses Administrator. In the meantime, your PayPal receipt serves as proof of your application. Upon successful completion of the application form, you will receive confirmation of your enrolment via email with classroom and other details nearer the start date.

No, debit and credit card payments are generally available without creating a PayPal account.

After clicking ‘Buy Now’ under your chosen course, you will be able to choose the option of paying via debit or with credit card.

Payment for the Short Courses is only available via Paypal, we don't accept cheque or cash payments.

These are non-accredited short courses. The courses are designed for those who wish to learn a language in a classroom environment, but who do not require course accreditation.

Students should contact the class instructor directly regarding missed materials and catch-up guidance.

The short courses are strictly for adults aged 18 and over.

Short course participants do not normally receive Blackboard access.

Participation in an evening course does not allow for access to Trinity Library or any other student services.

Learning materials are usually provided or recommended by the instructor. You will receive all necessary information at the beginning of the course.