Diploma in Irish Music Studies

• Course Structure
• Entry Requirements
• How to Apply

This two-year programme for part-time students provides an integrated interdisciplinary introduction to the ways in which music and literature have contributed to the creation of identity both in Ireland and for communities abroad. Beginning in 1700, the course will investigate the ways in which Irish writers in Irish and English and those involved in the dissemination and revival of Irish traditional music and dance were actively involved in the formation and reformation of modern Irish identities. It will provide insights from music, dance, poetry, television and film of the ways in which Irish performers and writers have been actively involved in imagining and re-imagining Ireland, and illustrating how these cultural expressions provide vital spaces for societal discourse.

On completion of the course, students will have a critical knowledge of the ways in which Irish music and literature have contributed historically to the creation of identity and how they act as dynamic vehicles for cultural expression.

The course will be taught by Méabh Ní Fhuartháin, Seán Crosson, and PJ Curtis.

Intended for

The programme is of particular interest to anyone with an interest in modern Irish culture and traditional music.

Course Content and Structure

Programme content Year 1

Irish Music Studies 1: Transmission of Irish traditional music and dance
Irish Music Studies 2: Poetry and Music 1700-1922
Irish Music Studies 3: Irish Roots and World Rhythms: The Journey and Influence of Irish Music 1750-2006

Programme content Year 2

Irish Music Studies 4: Negotiating Identity through Irish traditional music and dance.
Irish Music Studies 5: Poetry and Music 1922-2005
Irish Music Studies 6: Traditional Music and Commodification: ’The Pure Drop’ or ’Pure Product’?

Alternative modules may be offered in year 1 or year 2.

Assessment

All modules in the diploma programme are individually assessed. The assessment for each module takes the form of essays, written assignments or presentations during the semester and a written examination at the end of the semester.

Duration/attendance requirements

This is a 2-year, part-time programme. Classes are held one evening per week. Please note that this programme is offered on a cyclical basis and does not have an annual intake. This programme will be offered on an outreach basis at the NUI, Galway campus in the 2006-2007 academic year.  You are advised to contact the programme coordinator for information regarding forthcoming commencement dates.

Award

NUI Diploma in Irish Music Studies.

Where to from here?

This course would be suitable for anyone considering further studies in modern Irish music, literature, and culture and for those seeking employment in cultural tourism and the heritage industry.

Annual fee

The fee for the Diploma in Irish Music Studies is €980 for the 2006-2007 academic year. This fee is subject to a yearly review.

Enquiries

Adult and Continuing Education Office
NUI, Galway
Phone: 091 512328
Fax: 091 750595
Email: adulteducationnuigalway.ie
Web: www.nuigalway.ie/adulteducation

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements apply and no previous knowledge of the Irish language or of Irish music is necessary.

Application procedure

Application forms are available from:

Admissions Office
NUI, Galway
Phone: 091 750437
Fax: 091 750436
Email: admissionsnuigalway.ie

Return completed applications to the Admissions Office.

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