Irish - Translation

The Dioplóma Iarchéime san Aistriúchán programme is aimed at those who already have a good standard of Irish, but who wish to learn translation skills or to enhance the skills they already have. It is also ideal for those who work through Irish on a daily basis – teachers and journalists, for example – who wish to improve their standard of writing in the language.

Those who wish to apply for the course must have the following: Primary degree A primary degree in Irish, or its equivalent (e.g. B.Ed.), at level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications or a primary degree in another discipline at level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications. Standard of English At least grade B (ordinary level) or grade D (higher level) in English in the Leaving Certificate or its equivalent. Note: Applicants who are given a place on this course must submit a transcript of their results in the primary degree. Decision regarding allocation of places The following will be taken into consideration when places on the course are being allocated to applicants: academic qualifications answers given on the application form result in the entry examination result in the oral examination if applicable Entry examination Applicants must sit an entry examination to show their suitability for the course. This is a written examination, which will contain both translation and grammar questions, and applicants will have the choice of taking the exam on two different dates: Saturday, 11 July 2026 2.00-4.00pm Saturday, 22 August 2026 2.00-4.00pm Important: As there are only 18 places available on the course, those who take the entrance examination in July may be at an advantage. Note: Those who have passed the end of course examination in the Dianchúrsa Ullmhúcháin i gCruinneas na Gaeilge programme will not be required to sit this entry examination. If they would like gain a higher mark than that which they received in the end of course examination, however, they are welcome to sit the entry examination.