Hibernia Autumn 24 Cohort | Course A

A complete "back to basics" Irish language course for Hibernia College students who are studying for the PME (Primary). This course provides you with everything you need to gain a better understanding of fundamental Irish language principles including verbs, tuiseal ginideach and common grammatical challenges. Irish assignment guidance is also provided when it becomes necessary.

Your Instructor


John Gavin
John Gavin

Teaching Qualifications: B.A.(Gaeilge & History), H.Dip Ed., M.Ed.

  • My fundamental belief when it comes to teaching Irish is very simple: “if you can speak it, you can write it“.
  • I’m passionate about trying to make the Irish language more accessible to Leaving Cert Students, Student Teachers, Practising Teachers and adult learners of every kind!
  • For me, it all comes down to rebuilding a learner's core grammatical structure, which enables them to develop a sense of independence over time.
  • I’ve enjoyed more than 25 years of teaching Irish to all academic levels and student abilities.
  • I’ve worked as both an Irish oral examiner and a written examiner with the SEC in the past.
  • I also worked as the Lead Tutor for School Experience and Professional Practice with Hibernia College on their PDE Programme (Secondary).
  • In a private capacity I've provided countless individual and group classes to current practitioners, aspiring primary school teachers (Leaving Cert Irish Higher / TEG level) and those currently enrolled in teacher training colleges such as Hibernia College, Mary Immaculate College and Marino Institute of Education.

Course Curriculum


  Introduction
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  Support
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  Exploring Tuiseal Ginideach
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  Assignment Guidance
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  Course Revision
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts in November 2024. It will continue to be available to subscribers until the final elements of the Year 1 course are completed, which is expected to be early September 2025.
How long do I have access to the course?
Up until when the year 1 Irish language assignments and exams are completed, expected to be mid-September 2024.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! Please get in touch with us to discuss your issue.

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