Detailed Information
A one semester, interdisciplinary first-year course which introduces students to the variety of questions, methods, and concepts underlying Irish Studies. A central theme of the lectures is the complexity of the processes through which identity is constructed through time, and the course sets out to ask a series of provocative and stimulating questions about ideas of Ireland and Irishness. This introductory module incorporates themes and methods from a broad range of related disciplines including history, archaeology, literature, film, art, music, sport, politics and folklore.
The aims of the course are as follows: 1) To introduce students to an understanding of the breadth of cultural and historical knowledge and perspectives on 'Ireland' and 'Irishness'; 2) To enable students to grasp the complex and dynamic ways in which Ireland and Irishness have been conceptualised ; 3) To facilitate students' engagement with the field of Irish Studies.
Semester 1
Level 1
Lectures: Tuesdays, 9:00 - 10:00 & Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00, beginning September 11, Newman Building, G107
Tutorials: To be selected
If you are taking this module for credit, please take note of the dates below:
Term dates for revision: Saturday, 1 December - Sunday, 9 December
Term dates for exams: Monday, 10 December - Friday, 21 December
Open Learning Fee (audit only) €350 per module
Open Learning Fee (with assessment) €500 per 5 credit module
Upgrading from audit to credit: You may upgrade from being an audit student to a credit student up to three weeks into term. Please note, however, that you can't change back to being an audit student - if you decide not to complete the assignments and/or sit the exams, this will appear on your academic record.
Concessions
There are no concessions available for Open Learning modules.
Refunds
Refunds may in some instances be available for extenuating circumstances, such as serious illness, within two weeks of the start of the module. Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing, with supporting docments where appropriate.
Dr Aoife Whelan