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CertHE An Cùrsa Adhartais at University of the Highlands and Islands

University of the Highlands and Islands, United Kingdom

Programme overview

An Cursa Adhartais is a Gaelic language certificate developing confidence in all aspects of communication skills in Gaelic and providing a foundation for further study through the medium of Gaelic. It is delivered by online distance learning, equivalent to the first year of the Gaelic and Related Studies degree, and is run by Sabhal Mor Ostaig UHI.

Department: Sabhal Mor Ostaig  |  Duration: Part-time: 1 year (Gaelic-language page)  |  Intake: August  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Language modules 1 to 6 and subject module 7, studied online through the virtual learning environment with supporting audio-conference lectures and tutorials.

Career pathways

Gaelic development, Gaelic administrative work and Gaelic degree study; progression to DipHE Gaelic and Related Studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2 Scottish Highers at grade C or above or 1 A level at grade C or above, preferably including Gaelic at Higher. An interview assessing Gaelic language skills is required. The course does not accept deferred entry. Access route: An Cursa Inntrigidh. Not open to international students needing a Student Route visa because it is part-time online.

Intake: August

Duration: Part-time: 1 year (Gaelic-language page)

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