Irish History Diploma Course

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Irish History Diploma Course
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What Will You Learn?

Begin a captivating journey through the multifaceted history of Ireland, gaining a profound insight into the events, cultural shifts, and societal transformations that have sculpted this resilient nation. Develop a comprehensive understanding of Ireland’s rich history from ancient to modern times.

Beginning with Ancient Ireland in our Irish studies online course, you will explore the influences of Celtic culture and delve into interactions with neighbouring civilisations during the Viking and Norman Invasions. The exploration of Medieval Ireland will unravel the complexities of Anglo-Norman rule, the resurgence of Gaelic identity, and the enduring impacts of Tudor conquests.

Moving into the 17th Century, you will navigate the aftermath of the Cromwellian invasion, witness the restoration of the monarchy, and comprehend the religious and political tensions that culminated in the Williamite Wars. You’ll also gain an understanding of penal laws and the influence of the Enlightenment on Irish thought.

This Irish history course will then guide you through the transformative period of the United Irishmen and Rebellion in the 1790s, leading to the Union with Great Britain and significant cultural shifts. The harrowing chapter of the Great Famine in the 1840s will leave an indelible mark on your understanding of Irish history.

Subsequent modules will immerse you in the Home Rule movement, the impactful Easter Rising of 1916, and the complexities of the War of Independence and Civil War, ultimately establishing the Irish Free State. This course will illuminate the Troubles in Northern Ireland, the intricacies of the Peace process, and Ireland's integration into the European Union.

Your journey will culminate with a nuanced comprehension of the challenges and opportunities shaping Ireland's trajectory. Study Irish history with confidence as this course promises to equip you with a balanced perspective on Ireland's past and present, cultivating a deep appreciation for its resilience and cultural richness.

By studying this Irish history course, you’ll learn:

  • The influences of Celtic, Viking, and Norman culture.
  • The complexities of the War of Independence and the Civil War.
  • The Home Rule movement, Easter Rising, and the Troubles.
  • The peace process and Ireland’s integration into the EU.
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Course Syllabus

What will I learn on the course?

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  • Introduction
  • Part 1: The Early Inhabitants of Ireland
  • Part 2: Celtic Influences
  • Part 3: Roman and Germanic Influence
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Module 1: Assessment
  • Part 1: Viking Raids and Settlements
  • Part 2: The Norman Conquest
  • Part 3: Hiberno-Norman Culture
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Module 2: Assessment
  • Part 1: Irish Resurgence and Revival
  • Part 2: The Tudor Conquest, Stuart Rule and Plantations
  • Part 3: The Impact of the Tudors and the Stuarts
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Module 3: Assessment
  • Part 1: The Cromwellian Invasion
  • Part 2: The Restoration of the Monarchy
  • Part 3: The Williamite War
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Module 4: Assessment
  • Part 1: The Penal Laws
  • Part 2: The Protestant Ascendency
  • Part 3: The Enlightenment
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Module 5: Assessment
  • Part 1: The Irish Volunteers
  • Part 2: The United Irishmen
  • Part 4: The Union
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Module 6: Assessment
  • Part 1: Causes of The Great Famine
  • Part 2: Impact of The Great Famine
  • Part 3: Nationalist Sentiments
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Module 7: Assessment
  • Part 1: The Home Rule Movement
  • Part 2: Cultural Revival
  • Part 3: Easter Rising 1916
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Module 8: Assessment
  • Part 1: Timeline of the Formation of the Irish Republic
  • Part 2: The War of Independence
  • Part 3: The Anglo-Irish Treaty
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Module 9: Assessment
  • Part 1: Economic Developments
  • Part 2: Social Developments
  • Part 3: The Troubles
  • Part 4: The Role of the European Union
  • Part 5: Current Challenges and Opportunities
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Key Learning Points Exercise
  • Conclusion
  • Module 10: Assessment
Who Would Benefit from This Course?

This online Irish history course is designed for learners interested in delving into Ireland's rich past. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a student pursuing academic studies, or someone with a general curiosity about Ireland's history, this diploma caters to a diverse audience. 

For those with Irish heritage, this course is a journey of discovery. It offers a chance to connect with your roots, understand the historical events that shaped your ancestors' lives, and appreciate Ireland's resilience and cultural richness.

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Accreditations

The Irish History Diploma Course will take up to 150 hours to complete, working from home. There is no time limit for completing this course; it can be studied in your own time at your own pace.

This is a Level 3 course and will give you 150 CPD (Continued Professional Development) points.

Upon completion of your course assessments, you receive 2 certificates. A certificate from the Centre of Excellence and a CPD certificate displaying the number of CPD points earned from the course.

This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. Therefore, upon successful completion of this course, learners can also receive a certificate of achievement from Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary, which lists the details of all the units the learner has completed as part of the course. (This certificate is optional and costs an additional £25).

The Quality Licence Scheme is part of the Skills and Education Group, a charitable organisation that unites education and skills-orientated organisations that share similar values and objectives. With more than 100 years of collective experience, the Skills and Education Group’s strategic partnerships create opportunities to inform, influence and represent the wider education and skills sector.

The Skills and Education Group also includes two nationally recognised awarding organisations; Skills and Education Group Awards and Skills and Education Group Access. Through their awarding organisations they have developed a reputation for providing high-quality qualifications and assessments for the education and skills sector. They are committed to helping employers, organisations and learners cultivate the relevant skills for learning, skills for employment, and skills for life.

Their knowledge and experience of working within the awarding sector enables them to work with training providers, through the Quality Licence Scheme, to help them develop high-quality courses and/or training programmes for the non-regulated market.

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