For degree and diploma courses related to Chinese studies at UCD please contact the Irish Institute for Chinese Studies at UCD: Diploma inTeachingChinese http://www.ucd.ie/china/diploma-in-teaching-chinese.html Programme Title Professional Diploma in Teaching Chinese Language and Culture Programme Overview This course is designed to meet the growing demands of Chinese teaching and learning in schools in Ireland. For teachers who have already mastered the pedagogy in Irish schools but do not have sufficient knowledge of Chinese language and culture, this course will provide them with the opportunity to develop and enhance their competence in teaching Chinese language and culture in schools.Any teachers who are qualified to teach in schools in Ireland, or who are interested in working in a relevant areaand have passed the entry examination for this course held by Irish Institute for Chinese Studies at UCD are eligible to apply for this course. Duration 1 year part-time Qualification Awarded For the students who have successfully completed the programme, an award GPA is calculated and a professional diploma in Teaching Chinese Language and Culture in School is awarded. Awarding Institution/Body Irish Institute for Chinese Studies at UCD in conjunction with UCD Confucius Institute for Ireland Entry requirements This programme is designed for those who hold a teaching qualification for teaching in secondary schools or whoare interested in working in a relevant areaand have passed the entry examination which is equivalent to Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) level 2 or above and grasp 300 Chinese characters(click here to see details). All applicants who meet these criteria are eligible for consideration for an offer. HSK for Diploma Fees €2,985 Scholarships Students can apply for the scholarship provided by the Confucius Institute Headquarters (Hanban) which will partially cover your tuition fees. Curriculum This one-year part time course comprises three modules: Teaching Chinese Language and Culture I (semester 1) Teaching Chinese Language and Culture II (semester 2) Chinese Teaching Methodology and Practice I (semester 3) Career This programme will introduce you to the knowledge and competences required to successfully deliver a Chinese language and culture course in schools. You will possess a certain level of standard for spoken and written Chinese language and upon completing the course you should pass the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) level 3. You will also be able to demonstrate specialised knowledge and understanding of Chinese language and culture, as well as apply your knowledge and understanding of Chinese language and culture in your future teaching practice. Frequently Asked Questions What if my Chinese language and culture does not meet the requirement of the entry level for this course? You can receive the training in Chinese language and culture run by UCD Confucius Institute for Ireland. (For more details please contact \n This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ). What learning outcomes should I expect to achieve? This programme will introduce you to the knowledge and competences required to successfully deliver a Chinese language and culture course in schools. You will possess a certain level of standard for spoken and written Chinese language and upon completing the course you should pass the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) level 3. You will also be able to demonstrate specialised knowledge and understanding of Chinese language and culture, as well as apply your knowledge and understanding of Chinese language and culture in your future teaching practice. Where will this course lead me to? This part-time course is designed as the first step in a three-step teaching programme run by Irish Institute for Chinese Studies at UCD: . Step 1: Professional Diploma in Teaching Chinese Language and Culture (1 year part-time) Step 2: Higher Diploma in Teaching Chinese Language and Culture (1 year part-time) Upon the completion of the Professional Diploma programme, you will be ready and eligible to apply for the Higher Diploma in Teaching Chinese Language and Culture. You will possess the drive for career development and have the learning skills that allow you to continue to study in a largely self-directed or autonomous manner. How will I learn? The teaching and learning strategies will be multi-tooled. E-learning tools will be used and options are available for distance learning. Contact Programme coordinator: Dr Lan Li,
UCD CII now offers an opportunity for the Irish secondary school students to attend 2015 Summer Camp in Beijing. This program is sponsored by Hanban and organized by CII. Read more...
On April 25th, 2015, the14th “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students in Ireland will be held in UCD,Dublin. Read more...
Following the success of the third Irish teachers training group to Shanghai last year, UCD Confucius Instittue started the registration of the fourth training programme. This is an intensive 2-week Chinese language and culture course in East China Normal University, which is one of the top teacher training universities in China. The training would normally be arranged annually from the last week of June till the first week of August. More Details: 2014 schedule UCD CII Training in Shanghai
Our Lady's School is a Catholic Voluntary Secondary School for girls. It caters for over 770 students. Our Lady's School was founded in 1953 by the Religious of Christian Education, a Congregation founded in Normandy in the aftermath of the French Revolution. The educational tradition of the Congregation is to create conditions in which each pupil can attain her full potential and develop her personal gifts and talents. The school was founded in order to provide an educational experience based on academic excellence, the formation of a strong value system and the development of the whole person. It is a member of the Le Chéile Schools Trust. Our academic programme aims to provide a broad and balanced curriculum so that all our students have the opportunity to succeed at the highest level of their own individual talents and abilities. Students are encouraged to be the best that they can be, to strive for excellence and to contribute to the school community in a positive manner. Student progress is monitored by the Year Team including a Year Head and Form Tutors. Additional supports are provided by the Care Team, which includes two Career Guidance Counsellors. The Transition Year Chinese programme covers both a Chinese Language Option and a separate Chinese Culture and Language Module. The Chinese language module is granted to the first 30 successful applicants. These students will learn Mandarin over the course of 1 year. Students who take this language option are obliged to sit the YCT examination in UCD. Throughout the year, the students will study the Kuaile Hanyu book series. There are three 40 minute periods devoted to the language module each week.
