Overview
A valuable qualification in itself, the Higher Diploma in Arts in English may also be used as a pathway to further study, and the course is aimed at graduates who may wish to be considered for a subsequent master’s course in English.
Learning outcomes
The Higher Diploma in Arts English at University College Cork consists of modules to the value of 60 credits taken from a range of existing second- and third-year modules in English. The course runs for one year (full time) or two years (part time). Credits may be made up through a combination of lecture modules (generally 5 credits) and seminar courses (10 credits). Courses covering a wide range of periods and a diverse array of texts and critical approaches are offered every year. The range of courses offered changes every year, but the period of literature covered in modules will always range from the Middle Ages, right through to the twenty-first century.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- European and American cinema
- Irish literature
- American literature
- Shakespeare
- Mediaeval and Renaissance writing
- Victorian literature
- Modernism and postmodernism
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Language Studies Languages View 35 other Masters in Languages in IrelandAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- It is intended for those who already have a 3 or 4 year primary degree, preferably in the area of Arts or the Sciences, and who wish to study the subject English intensively over one academic year.
- The Higher Diploma in Arts is a conversion programme and applicants would not normally have studied the relevant subject to Honours Degree level previously.
Tuition Fee
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International
16700 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16700 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
6130 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6130 EUR per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Cork
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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