The title of this post is actually a tad incorrect in this Irish educational environment. See, here they call courses or classes, "modules." During orientation we were told to try and use the word modules as much as possible since that is the common word used at NUIG. However, I don't think that's going to happen. I love this school and all but I think I'll have to continue calling them classes or courses. No hard feelings, NUIG.
That's neither here nor there really when it comes to this post. I thought I would list the courses I am taking this semester just so everyone gets a taste of some of what NUIG offers to their students (both visiting and regular Irish students).
I have a feeling that Aunt Eileen might enjoy this list the most (two classes in particular)
1- EN284: Creative Writing
2- HI328: The Northern Ireland Problem
3- HI327: Early Irish Law
4- HI263: Government Policy & Economic Development in Ireland since 1922 (Very long course title, I know).
5- EN387: 20th Century Literature (really 20th Century Irish literature)
6- AR332: The Development of the Castle in Medieval Europe
So there you have it. No that's not a joke, I have to take six classes here in Ireland, more classes than I've ever taken at home. It's actually not bad at all though. So far they've all been very enjoyable; the material is interesting and the professors (or lecturers as they're called here) all seem to knowledgeable and friendly.
In other, much more exciting news, my first trip of the semester outside Ireland is booked and the destination is: LONDON! I'm going with a group of friends from next Thursday evening until next Sunday night. I can't wait to see London in all its glory. I'll certainly have a big post coming when I get back home.
Once again thanks for reading (even these less exciting posts). Hope all is well.
Conor
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What a great list of classes! The Development of the Castle is the one I would really like to hear about. Architecture as a reflection of values and practical needs fascinates me. Oh to be in college again! Keep us posted on the interesting material you will be reading and discussing. And London! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteI bet you'd love the english classes too, especially the Irish literature. We're reading George Moore, Yeats, and Joyce! Great professor for that class too.
ReplyDeleteYou are going to love it. It's such a rich literary tradition. I was just reading a short story by William Trevor--one of my favorite Irish authors-- a few nights ago. If he's on your list, I'd love to know what works of his you'll be reading. Happy reading!
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