Module Code: UQ507230
Credits: 20

The purpose of this module is to provide a snapshot of why Gaelic is in its current state. To understand this, the module is in two halves. The first half looks at the growth and decline of the Gaelic language throughout history. In the second half, we look at the sociopolitical motivations behind the revival of the Gaelic language, especially from the 1970s onwards.

On completion of the module, the student should be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the cultural, historical, geographical and linguistic factors that have shaped the Highlands;
• Demonstrate an awareness of the political, social, cultural and economic issues affecting the Highlands today;
• Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of creating and maintaining an identity in the Highlands;
• Apply the knowledge and understanding of the module to a project on a community or topic related to the Highlands, showing the sources correctly.

Module Code: UQ507232
Credits: 20

In this module, you will become familiar with different types of Gaelic literature – short stories, drama and poetry. By reading this material, you will enhance your knowledge of the Gaelic language, both in words and idioms, in an enjoyable way. You will also learn about literature review and related technical terms.

On completion of the module students should be able to:

• apply appropriate literary criticism procedures;
• read closely a wide range of Gaelic literature;
• express opinions based on judgment and assertion;
• use appropriate Gaelic terminology for module applications;
• write in Gaelic at an appropriate level.

Module Code: UQ507229
Credits: 20

This module aims to enable students to use Gaelic confidently and effectively in a work setting.

The student will spend three weeks on a work placement and at the end of the placement they will have to write a diary and an evaluation report, outlining what they have learned and how they have achieved their goals.

Upon completion of the module, the student should be able to

• Demonstrate the skills required for effective personal development, in terms of language and work skills;
• Demonstrate the ability to plan and participate in a work placement;
• Demonstrate the ability to undertake and complete a work placement;
• Evaluate their work placement on completion.

Module Code: UQ507242
Credits: 20

This module is designed for students who have been educated through the medium of Gaelic in primary and secondary school, or for other students who are reasonably fluent in Gaelic, and who wish to study Gaelic to an expert level.

In this module, you will cover the entire structure of Gaelic, from pronunciation and prosody, to grammar, vocabulary, idioms, discourse styles, and formal and informal registers.

Over the course of this module:

• You will gain confidence in your ability to speak Gaelic as a daily social language with other Gaels;
• You will develop your higher register spoken and written Gaelic so that you can successfully communicate in formal settings, e.g. in work or in academia;
• You will improve your reading skills so that you can comfortably enjoy reading Gaelic literature of all kinds, classic and modern;
• You will acquire university level academic skills in research, sourcing, project management, and scholarly writing;
• You will have fun learning Gaelic, but you will also be challenged academically; preparing yourself to pursue a successful career in the Gaelic world in the future.

Module Code: UQ507241
Credits: 20

What does it mean to be a Gael in the 21st century? How is Gaelic used today, in the Highlands and the Lowlands, in rural or urban areas? What does it mean to be an activist in the Gaelic revival? What will be required to re-strengthen Gaelic as a spoken language in the 21st century?

In this module, we will be working on our high register spoken and written Gaelic, but at the same time, we will be studying contemporary Gaelic culture, with a particular focus on the Gaelic novel as unique site of inquiry into modern Gaelic identity.

Over the course of this module:

• You will gain confidence in your ability to speak Gaelic as a daily social language with other Gaels;
• You will develop your higher register spoken and written Gaelic so that you can successfully communicate in formal settings, e.g. in work or in academia;
• You will improve your reading skills so that you can comfortably enjoy reading Gaelic literature of all kinds, classic and modern;
• You will take an active part in Gaelic culture, exploring your own creativity in the language;
• You will gain an understanding of the Gaelic revival and your own role in it as an activist, strengthening Gaelic as a spoke language at the College, in your daily life, and throughout Scotland;
• You will acquire university level academic skills in research, sourcing, project management, and scholarly writing;
• You will have fun learning Gaelic, but you will also be challenged academically; preparing yourself to pursue a successful career in the Gaelic world in the future.

Module Code: UW307227
Credits: 20

Students work in bands to create pieces of music (to be sung and performed). These pieces will be performed in public, in a concert setting, and in a rehearsal.

In addition, students learn musical vocabulary.

Each student will receive individual tuition in their chosen specialist subject. Approximately 91 hours will be spent working on the student’s specialist subject, with approximately 24 hours of one-to-one teaching and 65 hours of group teaching. Singing is taught, as a group, for 24 hours throughout the year.

On successful completion of the module the student should have:

• acquisition of performance skills on chosen area of specialisation appropriate to this level;
• acquisition of basic ensemble skills in chosen area of specialisation and group vocal music;
• an understanding of essential vocabulary.

Module Code: UW307228
Credits: 20

In this module, students will learn about the rhythm, structure and balance of Gaelic music. They will also gain a good understanding of Gaelic music theory, chords and terminology. There are also sessions on sound production in the studio. This module is delivered once a week over semesters 1 and 2.

On successful completion of the module the student will have:

• an understanding of fundamental music theory and related Gaelic vocabulary;
• acquisition of basic composition and arrangement skills;
• the ability to use Sibelius software to produce neat and musically accurate scores.

Module Code: UQ507234
Credits: 20

The aim of this module is to enable students to become familiar with a wide range of stories and songs in the Gaelic tradition, and to highlight the role of both in Gaelic scholarship.

The module also aims to increase students’ vocabulary and develop their understanding of dialects and idioms.

On completion of the module, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the acquisition and application of transcription skills.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the wide range of Gaelic song by traditional and modern artists and critically evaluate its importance to the Gaelic language and culture.
• Research and produce a version of a traditional tale.