Bachelor of Arts Global Languages

at National University of Ireland Galway

Year 1:
 

In Year 1 of the BA (Global Languages), students take two languages with Global Language Studies, or alternatively choose three languages.
 

Pathway A	Pathway B
Language 1 (20 ECTS)	Language 1 (20 ECTS)
Language 2 (20 ECTS)	Language 2 (20 ECTS)
Global Language Studies (20 ECTS)	Language 3 (20 ECTS)

 

Year 2:

 

 In Year 2 of the BA (Global Languages) students take one major language and one minor language with Global Language Studies, or one major and two minor languages.
 

Pathway A	Pathway B
Language 1 (30 ECTS)	Language 1 (30 ECTS)
Language 2 (15 ECTS)	Language 2 (15 ECTS)
Global Language Studies (15 ECTS)	Language 3 (15 ECTS)

 

There are 3 core modules in second year:
 

 

Module Title	Code	Semester	ECTS
Media and Sociocultural Representation in Europe	GL2100	1 & 2	5
Translation in the World: Skills and Concepts	GL2101	2	5
Introduction to Linguistics	GL2102	1	5

 

 Year 3:
 

 

Year 3 of the the BA (Global Languages) programme is a structured year of mandatory immersion in the target languages. Students taking Gaeilge as one of their languages will spend one semester in the Gaeltacht, and one semester on Erasmus in one of the countries of their other language. Students taking two European  languages will take one of the following routes:
 

• Academic year on Erasmus in one of the language areas (and minimum of 12 weeks in the other language area).
• One Semester on Erasmus in each of the language areas.
• Work placement as Language Assistant for a year in one of the language areas (and minimum of 12 weeks in the other language area).
   

The key outcomes of the third year of the programme are as follows:
 

1. Students will achieve a high level of proficiency in their target languages in the four key areas of speaking, listening, writing and reading, using formal or informal registers where appropriate.
2. Intercultural competency and cultural sensitivity: students will appreciate the internal diversity and cross-cultural connectedness of cultures and demonstrate openness towards other cultures.
3. Develop strategies of language-learning suited to their personal needs and foster independent study skills.
4. Develop skills of independence, self-reliance by living and working abroad.
5. Acquire a greater awareness of their own values and culture.
    

Year 4:

In Year four of the BA (Global Languages) students will continue to major in their primary Language (30 ECTS) and either continue their two Language minors or one Language Minor and a minor in Professional Skills modules.
 

Pathway A	Pathway B
Language 1 (30 ECTS)	Language 1 (30 ECTS)
Language 2 (15 ECTS)	Language 2 (15 ECTS)
Global Language Studies (15 ECTS)	Language 3 (15 ECTS)

 

Modules in final year will allow students to consolidate their specialism in Media, Technology, Linguistics or Translation through research projects and practice-based modules.

 

Undergraduate and mature students can satisfy matriculation registration requirements for NUI Galway by achieving certain grades in the following examinations. 
 

Leaving certificate (for EU and non-EU)

You need a pass in at least six subjects in the Leaving Certificate in accordance with College requirements with:

• Minimum Grade H5 (Higher Level) in two subjects 

• Passes in the remaining four subjects at O6/ H7 
   

You should pick your subjects based on the requirements for entry to your desired course.
 

All subjects of the Leaving Certificate are accepted for matriculation registration purposes, with the exception of Gaeilge Bonnleibhéal (Irish Foundation Level), Mathematics (Ordinary Alternative/Foundation Level and; Home Economics (General), which is recognised only for St. Angela's College, Sligo.
 

GCE and GSCE
 

You need a pass in at least six subjects in accordance with College requirements with at least:

• GCE Advanced Level: Grade C in two recognised subjects and

• GCSE Level: Grade C in four recognised subjects.
   

You should pick your subjects based on the requirements for entry to your desired course.

English Language Requirement:

IELTS :- 6.5

TOEFL :- 88

Fees: EU
€6,216 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Tuition
€3,076 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Student Contribution
€3,000 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Student levy
€140 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Non EU
€17,740 p.a. 2022/23
 

EU Fees are comprised of Tuition + Student Contribution Charge + Student Levy** €140.  **Payable by all students and is not covered by SUSI.  Further detail here.

Career Opportunities
 

Modern Languages graduates are extremely employable and develop highly successful careers in translation, international media, diplomatic services, advertising, multinational companies, EU institutions and teaching at all levels
 

Graduate Attributes for the Programme.

1. Our graduates possess:
2. Excellent multilingual communication skills.
3. Intercultural competency and cultural sensitivity
4. Digital literacy and advanced skills in the use of professional translation technologies
5. Critical and innovative thinking
6. Creativity
7. Teamwork.