Gaelic Learner SCQF 5 (Online) National 5
Study mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time., You study outside of typical working hours, usually in the evenings.
Course type: National 5
Start in: August
Learning mode: You access classes and/or materials digitally.
Duration: Part time: 1 academic year
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.
What is special about this course?
This course is delivered in partnership with e-Sgoil.
The aim of the course is to prepare students for National Qualification exams and as such, will focus on the necessary structures and vocabulary to be successful in the exam.
This course is for people with an interest in Gaelic Language and Culture who have a basic understanding of the language. This might include learning with SpeakGaelic, Duolingo or a course with another provider. It is not possible to join this course as a beginner and, subject to viability, beginners will be offered a place on the National 4 course.
Entry to course is by application, including a short assessment which should take up to 60 minutes. This will ensure you are offered a place on the most appropriate course. You will find a link to the application form at the bottom of each course page. The assessment as part of the application will allow e-Sgoil teaching staff to best place you on the most appropriate course for your prior learning experience
These courses, which run at National 4, National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher, aim to offer students the chance to gain a recognised qualification in Gaelic and to allow for progression from previous learning. Please note, current school pupils in a Scottish secondary school may find that the offer during the school day is more appropriate.
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
- Evening
Teaching involves live, interactive lessons using MS Teams and that attendance and active participation in these sessions is essential.
You will be expected to undertake homework and revision tasks and independent study on top of your 2.5 hours of live sessions per week.
Live lessons will run on Wednesdays: 6.30pm - 8:00pm. In addition, you will attend a conversation class which will run for the duration of the course on Mondays from 6.30-7.30 pm.
How long will my course last?
1 Academic YearThe course will run from w/b 31st August 2026 until w/b 22nd March 2027.
There will be revision sessions in the month of April. Qualifications Scotland exams will take place in May 2027 with the speaking exam taking place in February/March 2027.
Start date
August
Fees
£370
Please note there are no fee waivers for this course.
Equipment
You must join the course using suitable and reliable IT. Ideally this will be a desktop or laptop computer with camera and headset (headphone with microphone). Phones are not suitable.
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