An Cùrsa Bogaidh: Four-Week Immersion Course

Level II – Intermediate & Level III – Higher Intermediate  

In connection with our partners at Cape Breton University, Colaisde na Gàidhlig proudly offers two 6-credit courses onsite annually, both of which can be taken for personal development (non-credit). Level II (Intermediate) is designed for university students seeking second-year Gaelic language credits, and Level III (Higher Intermediate) is designed for students seeking third-year Gaelic language credits.

An Cùrsa Bogaidh offers a combination of conversational/activity-based learning and grammar focused lessons involving reading, writing, and transcribing. In addition, a weekly field trip is scheduled on Fridays where students have the opportunity to visit local Gaelic communities and spend time with some Gaelic speakers and tradition bearers. Throughout the course, cultural activities and practices such as sharing songs, stories, music, dance, food, and folklore are woven into the four weeks as an important part of the learning process.


Start date: April 28, 2025
Lecturer: TBA
Teaching Assistant/Administrator: Colin MacDonald, Director of Gaelic, Colaisde na Gàidhlig
Prerequisite for An Cùrsa Bogaidh II: 6 Gaelic language credits, or the equivalent.
Prerequisite for An Cùrsa Bogaidh III: 12 Gaelic language credits, or the equivalent.
Deadline for application: April 4, 2025
Space is limited and we have a first come first serve policy.

 

 

Monday to Thursday

  • 9:30am – 12:00pm: Conversational and activity-based learning
  • 12:00pm – 1:00pm: Lunch
  • 1:00pm – 2:00pm: Reading and Writing
  • 2pm – 3pm: Homework Lab

Friday

  • 9am – 2pm: Field trip (Carpooling will be coordinated with students)

Evenings

  • On Monday and Tuesday evenings, students are invited to attend Cabadaich is Spòrs which consists of conversation and/or games with a fluent speaker.
  • On Wednesdays, students have the option to attend our Wednesday Night Céilidh which features some of our finest local musicians weekly. The admission fee is $15.  
  • Thursday evenings students, instructors, and invited guests gather in An Taigh Céilidh to celebrate the work we put in during the week.  

Weekends

  • There is nothing scheduled for weekends, but students do have the option to stay onsite if they wish. Students who choose to stay onsite during weekends will be responsible for their own meals, as our cafeteria will be closed. For anyone who is without a vehicle, we will make sure you have the opportunity to get to the store during the week so you can prepare for the weekend. The residence has a kitchenette that is equipped with a microwave, kettle, fridge and sink.  

Tuition

  • $1,500 (lunch included)

Live-In

  • $1,200

Credit Fees

  • Application Fee (Non-CBU students): $40
  • Course Credit Fee (Canadians): $150
  • For International Credit Fees, please email: colin@gaeliccollege.edu

For more information, contact Gaelic Director Colin MacDonald at colin@gaeliccollege.edu.