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Irish Studies Non-Credit Certificate Program

Overview

Ireland has a rich culture filled with art, history, language, literature, dance and music. A large population of Irish descendents bring a strong tradition of these customs to Chicago’s Southland. To continue the legacy and broaden the awareness of Irish heritage, the School for Continuing and Professional Studies will offer a non-credit Irish Studies certificate program.

The objectives of this program are:

• To develop an awareness and understanding of the traditions, experiences and characteristics of Ireland through study of its history, language, literature, arts and music.
• To develop the ability to critically analyze Irish literature, culture, history and social science.
• To develop an appreciation of a culture that, for some, may not be their own.

Certificate of Completion

Saint Xavier University will award a certificate of completion to students who successfully complete four courses.

Courses

Each course will have an average of 15 to 20 hours of instruction.

Selected topics:

• Art 
• Literature 
• History 
• Film 
• Language 
• Music 
• Dance

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Students will be eligible for 1.5 to 2.0 Continuing Education Units per course. The primary purpose of CEUs is to provide a permanent record of the educational accomplishments of an individual who has completed significant non-credit educational experiences.

Refund Policy

Full tuition refund 3 days prior to start of class.  50% refund for withdrawal up to six days after the start of class.

Discount Offered

$30 discount will be offered if registering for 2 or more classes.

For More Information

For more information on Saint Xavier’s Irish Studies program, please complete our inquiry form or contact Rita Schmaltz at (708) 802-6229 or schmaltz@sxu.edu.