Awarding Body : Trinity College Dublin
Founded in 1592, Trinity College Dublin is one of the seven ancient universities of Britain and Ireland. It is Ireland's oldest university. It is also the highest ranked university in the country and one of the world’s top 100.
Overview
Trinity College’s campus is in Dublin city centre, opposite the former Irish Houses of Parliament. The university has three faculties comprising 25 schools. These offer degree and diploma courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Trinity has approximately 17,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students. The university has Past students include the writers Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett, the scientists William Rowan Hamilton and Ernest Walton, the political thinker Edmund Burke, and the former President of Ireland Mary Robinson.
The Library of Trinity College is a legal deposit library for Ireland and the United Kingdom. It contains over 4.5 million printed volumes, in addition to significant quantities of maps, music and manuscripts. One of the most noteworthy of these is the world-famous Book of Kells.
History
Founded by royal charter, Trinity College helped to consolidate the rule of the Tudor monarchy in Ireland. Because of this, Trinity was the university of the Protestant Ascendancy for much of its history. Because of this, from 1871 to 1970, the Catholic Church in Ireland forbade its adherents from attending Trinity without permission. From January 1904, the university accepted female students.
Rankings
Trinity has the following international rankings:
- 98th in top 100 world universities
- 31st in the world in Nursing
- 32nd in the world for English Language and Literature
- 39th in the world for Modern Languages
- 43rd in the world for Politics and International Studies
Colleges that run Trinity College Dublin courses in Ireland
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Introduction to Greek Art and Architecture
Seminar, Classics Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis module offers an introductory survey of the development and major artistic and artistic achievements of Greek architecture, sculpture and painting from the Greek Bronze Age to the Hellenistic period. The module places art and architecture in its social, political […]
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Introduction to Greek History
Seminar, Classics Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course, led by Dr. Shane Wallace, provides an introductory survey of the history of the Greek world, from the Greek Archaic age to the Hellenistic period. The main trends and issues of this period will be explored through themes […]
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Introduction to Irish Family History
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Local History Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis evening course will run subject to sufficient numbers applying. Family History isn’t just about the past: learning about our origins allows people to get down to the granular details of our ancestors’ lives. It enables people to construct their […]
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Introduction to Irish Sign Language (ISL)
Sign Language Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis ten-week course introduces the learners to Irish Sign Language (ISL) and delivers teaching to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Classes are taught by Fourth Year ISL teaching students. The aim is to bring participants up […]
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Introduction to Roman Art and Architecture
Seminar, Classics Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis lecture-only module is an introductory survey of the development and major artistic and technical achievements of Roman architecture, sculpture, and painting. The course places art and architecture in its social, political and cultural context. It explores themes such as […]
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Introduction to Roman History
Seminar, Classics Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis lecture-only module, led by Dr Rebecca Usherwood, provides an introductory survey of the history of the Greek and Roman world, from the Greek Archaic age (around 700 BC) to the death of Augustus in 14 AD. The main trends […]
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Introduction to the History of Architecture I
Seminar, Arts Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublinhis module offers a survey of architecture up to the end of seventeenth century, with a focus primarily, although not exclusively, on the Western world. It introduces the critical analysis of buildings and the spaces that they occupy considering issues […]
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Introduction to the History of Art I
Seminar, Art History Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis module offers a survey of art up to the end of seventeenth century, with a focus primarily, although not exclusively, on the Western world. It provides an introduction to the critical analysis of artworks, including painting, mosaic, fine metalwork, […]
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Ireland 1534-1815
Seminar, History Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis module examines political, social and cultural developments in Ireland during the early modern period within a narrative and thematic framework, starting with Tudor political reform and continuing through to the Act of Union in 1800. The principal issues dealt […]
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Irish Family History: Intermediate Level
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Local History Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinYou must have completed the introduction module (Introduction to Irish Family History) to enroll in this course. Building on the theoretical foundations of the first year, participants move into experiential learning with the option of project work. We explore the […]
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Irish Sign Language (ISL) for Beginners
Classroom Based, Sign Language Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course introduces the learners to Irish Sign Language (ISL) and delivers teaching to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Classes are taught by Fourth Year ISL teaching students. The aim is to bring participants up to […]
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Islamic Art and Architecture of the Medieval Mediterranean
Seminar, Art History Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis module considers objects and places from the medieval world that have accumulated multiple meanings over time. Challenging the narrative of a ‘clash of civilisations’ between Islam and Christianity, it focuses on the entangled histories of art and architecture in […]
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Japanese, Intermediate
Classroom Based, Japanese Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course is offered subject to minimum registration numbers. This course is offered to learners who have successfully completed Post-Beginners’ Japanese. Participants will build new language skills, at an intermediate level of proficiency, and practice conversing with fellow Japanese language learners.
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Japanese, Introduction to Language and Culture
Classroom Based, Japanese Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course is offered subject to minimum registration numbers. This course teaches a basic ‘survival’ repertoire of spoken Japanese and introduces some central aspects of Japanese culture, including the writing system. As much use as possible is made of authentic […]
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Japanese, Post-Beginners
Classroom Based, Japanese Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course is offered subject to minimum registration numbers. Continuing from the Introduction to Japanese Language and Culture course, this course is designed to extend learners’ ‘survival’ repertoire of spoken Japanese and their knowledge of the Japanese writing system (there […]
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Kingship and Warfare: Ireland, 1000-1318
Seminar, History Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis module begins with the rise of Brian Ború from modest origins to become Ireland’s most famous high king – a spectacular career that ended in the iconic battle of Clontarf in 1014. We explore how Irish society and kingship […]
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Korean, Introduction to Language and Culture
Classroom Based, Other Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course is offered subject to minimum registration numbers. Learn a basic survival repertoire of spoken Korean and some central aspects of Korean culture, including the unique and easy to learn writing system (Hangul). As much use as possible is […]
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Korean, Post-Beginners Language and Culture
Classroom Based, Other Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course is offered subject to minimum registration numbers. Continuing from the Introduction to Korean Language and Culture course, this more advanced course is designed to extend learners’ basic repertoire of spoken Korean and their familiarity with the Korean writing […]
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Latin Language and Culture, Beginners
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Latin Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course will run subject to sufficient numbers enrolling – there will be a limited number of places available. This course offers a comprehensive appraisal of the language of ancient Rome and some of the central features of its literature. […]
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Latin Language and Culture, Intermediate
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Latin Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis evening course will run subject to sufficient numbers enrolling – there will be a limited number of places available. This course offers a comprehensive appraisal of the language of ancient Rome and some of the central features of its […]
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Life in Modern Ireland
Seminar, History Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinWhat do we mean by modern Ireland? Where is modern Ireland and when did it begin? Having broached these questions, this course will investigate what life was like on the island of Ireland across the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Reflecting […]
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Literature
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, English Literature Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinFrom January to April, the School hosts a series of lectures which adopt a thematic approach to the study of literature. The chosen theme varies from year to year, offering members of the public the opportunity to consider English literary […]
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Managing People in Healthcare Organisations
Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online, Healthcare Management Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis short course covers three interrelated subject areas: Management and organisational behaviour, human resource management, and organisation development. Throughout the course, there is a strong focus on creating a learning environment that enables students to: Explore and analyse best practice […]
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Micro-credential – Advanced Spatial Analysis using GIS
Micro-credential, Science & the Built Environment Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis micro-credential is for professionals who work with spatial data and/or maps and would like to have the ability to analyse this data and create new maps and spatial information. The production of good informative maps and the analysis of spatial […]
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Micro-credential – Advancing Health and Assessment Practice for Healthcare Practitioners
Micro-credential, Health Care Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinApplications now closed for 2024/2025 as the course is at maximum. This micro-credential is for healthcare professionals who are enthusiastic about professional development and adding to their repertoire of knowledge and skills for clinical practice. It is relevant to any […]
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Micro-credential – Air Pollution: Monitoring Assessment and Control
Micro-credential, Environmental Science Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinAir pollution represents a global health challenge and is directly contributing to climate change. It is present in both outdoor and indoor environments. To address air pollution effectively, we need to fully understand the complex mix of pollutants. This micro-credential […]
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Micro-credential – Application of Simulation Practice in Healthcare
Micro-credential, Health Care Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. Dublin*Please note that this course is now full. However, you are welcome to submit your contact information to a course waiting list at the link here- https://forms.office.com/e/UDU6h5M9Zi. Should a place become available, the school may contact individuals from this list. […]
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Micro-credential – Assessment and Management of Frailty in Ageing Adults
Online Learning, Gerontology Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis micro-credential is relevant to health and social care professionals working with older adults. Relevant professionals include doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists and all allied health and social care professionals working either in healthcare or community settings who are interested in […]
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Micro-credential – Business & Human Rights: Principles & Practice
Online Learning, Human Resources & Personnel Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis micro-credential has been developed to facilitate senior managers, executive leaders, and board directors across the industry in understanding how they can influence, design, and implement strategies that will bring their organisations into alignment with the emerging body of compliance […]
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Micro-credential – Childhood Adversity: Understanding the Impact of Childhood Adversity on the Life of the Infant, Child, and Young Person
Micro-credential, Early Childhood Education Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis micro-credential is for professionals who work with children and families in the healthcare, community, and education settings. This includes professionals such as children’s nurses, other nursing disciplines, allied healthcare professionals, social care professionals, education professionals (teachers), professionals in child […]