CCEA
Level 3
QN: 601/8392/5
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CCEA Level 3 Advanced GCE in Irish
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by CCEA. Classified as a GCE A Level. Total guided learning hours: 1620 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
CCEA
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
1620 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Listening
Comprehension of Spoken Irish
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand and extract information from a variety of audio recordings in Irish.
- Answer questions in Irish or English based on the recordings.
2
Literature
Study of Prescribed Texts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse and evaluate prescribed literary texts in Irish (e.g., poetry, prose, drama).
- Discuss themes, characters, and literary techniques.
3
Reading
Comprehension of Written Irish
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Read and understand a range of texts in Irish, including literary and non-literary.
- Answer questions in Irish or English to demonstrate understanding.
4
Speaking
General Conversation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Engage in a spontaneous conversation on a range of topics related to Ireland and the Irish language.
- Demonstrate fluency and accuracy in spoken Irish.
5
Speaking
Individual Presentation and Discussion
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Research and plan a coherent presentation on an Irish-related topic using appropriate sources.
- Deliver a clearly structured presentation with effective introduction, development, and conclusion.
- Use a range of vocabulary and language features appropriate to formal spoken discourse.
- Respond spontaneously to examiner questions, demonstrating the ability to clarify and expand on ideas.
- Engage in a two-way discussion by developing points, countering arguments, and maintaining interaction.
- Demonstrate awareness of cultural nuances and contexts when discussing Irish themes.
6
Writing
Creative or Discursive Writing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a piece of creative or discursive writing in Irish, such as a story, article, or speech.
- Demonstrate appropriate register and style.
7
Writing
Essay Writing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Write a structured essay in Irish on a given topic related to Irish culture, society, or literature.
- Present and support arguments with evidence.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/8392/5
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- CCEA
- Qualification Type
- GCE A Level
- Operational Start
- Sept 2016
- Operational End
- Aug 2029