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During this module, you will: 

• Develop an evidence-based understanding of health, performance, and injury risk specific to Irish dancing.
• Explore strategies to support physical conditioning, recovery, and technical preparation in Irish dancers.
• Understand the psychological demands of performance and how to promote positive mental health in dancers.
• Build career-relevant expertise to support performance outcomes in Irish dance training, coaching, and rehabilitation. 

Key Information

This module will be delivered online over 12 weeks during the autumn semester, with a weekly commitment of approximately 25 hours much of which is built into your normal dance teacher/parent activity. 

You will be assessed using continuous assessment methods, including practical assignments, reflective logs, and applied exercises.    

Part-time considerations:     

• Designed for working professionals  
• Evening or recorded lectures  
• Additional prep and group work time  
• Timetable provided after registration  

To help you to be successful on this course: 

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second class honours, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant discipline.
• If applicants have a lower result or an unrelated qualification, they may be considered on a case-by-case basis if they can provide evidence of 5 or more years of engagement at elite level) of competitive or professional Irish dancing. This may include teaching or adjudication qualifications from any recognised governing authority for Irish dancing, competing or performing at a high (open/professional) standard, or involvement as a parent of an open dancer for 5 years (Recognised Prior Learning).  

Guidelines for your applications:  

• When applying, be sure to include the Module Code CT5041. We can’t process your application without it. You can apply for more than one module using the same application.
• By applying, you confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can take part in the course and its assessments.
• This course will go ahead if it meets minimum enrolment number.
• Completing this module doesn’t guarantee you a place in a full programme. If you want to apply for a full programme, you must meet the specific entry requirements for that programme. 

EU - €1,300

Non-EU - €1,300

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).  

Other funding  

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This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers: 

• Irish dance teaching, coaching, and performance support.
• Dance science, health, and wellbeing roles in Irish dance performance settings.
• Rehabilitation, injury prevention for Irish dancers