CertHE An Cùrsa Comais (English) at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

An Cursa Comais is an intensive and interactive Gaelic language course for intermediate-level learners aiming for fluency, with a major focus on speaking and writing and other subjects introduced as the course progresses. Students complete a three-week work placement in a Gaelic environment. Study is at Sabhal Mor Ostaig on the Isle of Skye or UHI North, West and Hebrides on the Isle of Lewis.

Department: Sabhal Mor Ostaig | Duration: Full-time: 1 year | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Comas conaltraidh A and B, Canan foirmeil is dreuchdail, Saoghal na Gaidhlig 1 and Greis gnìomhachais (work placement). Optional modules include Na meadhanan 1, Canan sa choimhearsnachd, Litreachas: sgilean sgrùdaidh, Coimpiutaireachd 1, Annas-làimhe is òrain Ghàidhlig 1 and Teòiridh, cruthachadh is cothromachadh 1 (the last three at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig only).

Career pathways

Gaelic teaching or Gaelic media; progression to DipHE Gaelic and Related Studies or BA (Hons) Gaelic and Traditional Music.

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above, preferably including Gaelic (learners) or Gàidhlig (fluent speakers) at grade B or above, or 2 A levels at grade BC or above. An interview assessing Gaelic language skills is required. Category 2 PVG course: PVG Scheme membership is required for specific optional modules. The course does not accept deferred entry. Access route: An Cùrsa Inntrigidh.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,285 a year (2025/26). Full-time, Scotland-domiciled students; page fee table shows 2025-26 figures Source

International applicants: GBP 8,925 a year (2025/26). Full-time; 2025-26 figure Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: 1 year

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