Overview

This Ancient Medieval Languages course at University College Cork offers the unique opportunity to engage in intensive study at the beginner’s level of a combination of ancient and medieval languages no longer taught in many universities. It provides excellent preparation for those considering pursuing a postgraduate degree in the study of some aspect of the ancient or medieval worlds.

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The primary purpose of the Postgraduate Diploma in Ancient or Medieval Languages is to better prepare students for postgraduate work in the study of some aspect of the ancient or medieval worlds. However, it also provides a broad training suited for those interested in careers in the cultural and heritage sectors as well as in the education sector. A good basic knowledge of these languages will prove particularly useful for those involved in the maintenance of museum and library collections, historical archives, and the numismatic or antique trades.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Old Irish

Early Irish Text

Continuing Old Irish

Researching Early Irish Texts: Language and Literature

Medieval Welsh

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International

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Rolling deadline. Open until all places have been filled or no later than 15 June. Early application is advised.

Language

English

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120

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90

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63

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cork, Ireland

Disciplines

Language Studies Ancient History View 6 other Masters in Ancient History in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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63

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140

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

In order to be admitted to the Postgraduate Diploma in Ancient and Medieval Languages a candidate should have a minimum of a Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent, in a subject entailing the study of modern languages, ancient or medieval history, art, literature or culture, or equivalent qualifications.

Successful applicants must demonstrate evidence of having taken undergraduate or post-graduate modules in an area that involves the study of ancient or medieval history, art, literature or culture.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

12100 EUR / year

≈ 12100 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

5000 EUR / year

≈ 5000 EUR / year

Living costs

Cork

Ireland

860 - 1400 EUR / month

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