| Course Name |
Italian |
| Course Provider |
NUI Galway |
| Course Code |
100276 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Minor Diploma (Level 7 NFQ)
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Minor |
National University of Ireland |
Level 7 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Galway City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Next start date September 2018
This course will not run in 2017.
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| Application Date |
Applications will open in April-2018. This course will not run in 2017. |
| Duration |
Duration 2 years, part-time
Mode of study
Classroom-based, Mondays (September 2018 intake), 6:30 - 9:30pm
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| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
There are no specific entry requirements for the Diploma in Italian.
Basic computer skills will be an advantage. E-mail, internet and NUI Galway's online learning environment are in use throughout the course.
Candidates who are 21 years or over on or before January 1 st of year of entry may gain entry to the programme on the basis of mature years. Candidates under 21 years should meet the minimum matriculation requirements as outlined in the Frequently Asked Questions section.
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| Course Content |
Expand+The Diploma in Italian introduces students to the basics of the Italian language and assists them in developing their language competence in relation to the common situations of everyday life. The course concentrates on all four main language skills...
Hide-The Diploma in Italian introduces students to the basics of the Italian language and assists them in developing their language competence in relation to the common situations of everyday life. The course concentrates on all four main language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and uses authentic material, carefully selected, to provide a gradual introduction to the structures and functions of the language.
In addition, a cultural module will introduce students to aspects of contemporary Italian culture including the main trends in Italian art, cinema, history and lectures on a variety of topics from different regions in Italy to wine-tasting sessions. On completion of the programme, students acquire a very high level of oral and written communication skills in the Italian language for personal, travel or professional purposes.
Who’s Suited to This Course
The Diploma in Italian is designed for those who have little or no previous knowledge of the language and wish to gain Italian language skills for personal or professional reasons.
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| Subjects Taught |
The programme aims to equip students with appropriate written and oral skills in Italian and will include the following six modules:
Programme content Year 1
Italian Language Level 1 Part 1
Italian Language Level 1 Part 2
Italian Culture and Language Level 1
Programme content Year 2
Italian Language Level 2 Part 1
Italian Language Level 2 Part 2
Italian Culture and Language Level 2
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| Assessment Method |
All modules in the Diploma are individually assessed. The assessment for each module takes the form of essays and written assignments during the semester and a written examination at the end of the semester. |
| Number of Credits |
ECTS weighting 30 |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
This course is designed to give people enhanced language skills whether for personal, travel or professional purposes. At the end of the course, students will have an additional transferable skill with the knowledge of a new language. They will also have improved communication ability both in written and oral tasks, and a recognized university qualification in the Italian language. |
| Further Enquiries |
Dr. Anne O'Connor
Department of Italian
NUI Galway
Tel: 091 493794
Email: anne.oconnor@nuigalway.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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