Heritage & Folklore Studies

The Diploma in Heritage and Folklore Studies provides its students with the skills and knowledge to become informed, independent researchers into folklore, local history, culture, and traditions.

Applicants must Be at least 18 years of age by 1 January of the year of application Demonstrate personal or professional interest in the related disciplinary fields. You will need to submit a 500 word motivation statement during the application to explain why you would like to do this course. English Language Requirement: All applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency. See the UCC English language proficiency requirements">English language proficiency requirements. at https://www.ucc.ie/en/study/comparison/english/undergraduate/ Please note: Diploma programmes are offered subject to a minimum number of eligible applicants registering for the programme. Following completion of year 1 of this programme, should a sufficient number of eligible students not wish to progress form year 1 to year 2 of this programme as to make the year 2 viable, students will graduate with a certificate at that point. Programme viability is determined by reference to fee income and applicable costs in running the programme.