TR022 · Level 8 · 4 years

Early and Modern Irish

Trinity College Dublin · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

326

Down 42 points since 2023 (368).

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About this course

A degree combining Early Irish, the language and literature of Ireland up to 1200, with Modern Irish from 1200 to today.

How long
4 years
What you study
Early Irish is taught through English, starting with Old Irish and texts in translation before moving to sagas, poetry and law texts in the original, plus reading medieval manuscripts. Modern Irish is taught through Irish, covering spoken and written language skills, translation, literature from the Fiannaíocht to today, and Scottish Gaelic.
Placement and abroad
Third-year students may choose to spend a term in Aberystwyth, Wales.
Where it can lead
Graduates often go into teaching or journalism, especially Irish-language media, as well as translation, interpreting, archiving and the public service.
Who it suits
Suits students who love Irish and are interested in history, literature and where the language comes from.

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About Languages

Focus on foreign languages and cultural understanding

Studying languages involves developing proficiency in one or more foreign languages while also gaining an in-depth understanding of cultures, literatures, and histories associated with those languages. The field often includes courses in linguistics, translation, and intercultural communication.

Points history

2023368202434320253492026326

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026326Published after the final round
2025 349349441
2024 343343444
2023 368368440

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F6
  • Irish: Higher H4

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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