Seize the opportunity to experience university life with UCD’s Summer School for secondary school students entering 6th Year or (Year 13 A-Level) in September 2024.
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Languages & Linguistics (Fr, Ger, It, Sp, Pg) Summer School
Friday June 7th, 9.00am-4.00pm
For students interested in studying Languages and Linguistics (French, German, Italian, Spanish & Portuguese) at UCD.
What happens on the day?
During the UCD Languages and Linguistics Summer School, you will attend sample lectures from leading experts connected with the programmes, participate in interactive workshops, take a campus tours while also receiving information on the wide ranging career opportunities available to graduates.
Who can register?
The Summer School is for students who are going into 6th year or Year 13 (A Level) in September 2024.
What does it cost?
The UCD Languages and Linguistics Summer School costs €35 and includes a sandwich lunch and tea/coffee. A reduced rate of €15 is available for applicants whose families are in receipt of job-seekers or disability payments. If you wish to avail of this discount rate please email summerschool@ucd.ie for a discount code before booking your course.
Enquiries?
Enquiries in relation to the UCD Languages and Linguistics Summer School can be made to Emer Beesley (emer.beesley@ucd.ie)
Where will the UCD Languages and Linguistics Summer School take place?
The UCD UCD Languages and Linguistics Summer School will take place in the UCD Newman Building. The building is number 41 on the UCD Map
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9.15am | Registration |
| 9.30-10.00am | Welcome & overview |
| 10.00am-12.00pm | Linguistics – Mr Feargal Murphy
Developing Language Skills Workshop In this workshop we will explore the nature of language in general, the study of language and analyse some language data from a linguistic perspective. You will also have a chance to ask questions about how linguists study language and why we do it. |
| 12.00-1.00pm | Lunch |
| 1.00-3.30pm | Language Workshops – French: Associate Professor Derval Conroy German: Associate Professor Siobhán Donovan Italian: Dr Marco Bellardi Portuguese: Dr Ana Vera Spanish: Dr Mary FarrellyDo you like languages? How about foreign films? Ever wondered about the science of languages? Would you like to spend a year abroad? At the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics Summer School, you’ll learn all about what we teach and what you will learn. Super powers are not required. |
| 3.30pm | Closing and Optional Campus Tour |
