Gaelic and Communication - CertHE

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

What is special about this course?

This course for proficient Gaelic speakers allows you to study Gaelic to an expert level in a fully Gaelic-speaking environment. This intensive course prepares you for university-level Gaelic-medium education and for progression to the second year of UHI's Gaelic-medium BA and BA (Hons) degrees.

You will study Gaelic literature, Gaelic development, creative writing (short story and song), and public speaking, as well as gaining a thorough understanding of the Gaelic language.

At the end of this course, you will be able to speak, read, and write Gaelic with complete confidence, allowing you to fully take part in all aspects of Gaelic life in Scotland.

Special features

• Highly interactive and participative Gaelic language course
• Study Gaelic to an expert level in a lively environment
• Learn to read and write confidently in Gaelic
• You will undertake a three-week work placement in a Gaelic environment
• You will study at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig UHI on the Isle of Skye, or UHI North, West and Hebrides on the Isle of Lewis, both located at the heart of vibrant, Gaelic-speaking communities

What can I do on completion of my course?

Once you have completed your CertHE Gaelic and Communication you might like to think about careers in:

• Gaelic teaching
• Gaelic media
• Traditional music

• Language and community development

Part-time study is not open to international student requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK.