About Us:

Saor-Ollscoil Na hÉireann (Free University of Ireland) was established in 1986 by a small group of educationalists with a creative vision of the life-long learning process. The university is a Free and Independent institute not in receipt o state funding. Saor-Ollscoil Na hÉireann was created as an university of 'civil society' and our motto is 'Beholden to None'. Saor-Ollscoil has been established as a research college with charitable status. One of the most interesting features is that all the lecturers and administrators give their time free of charge. This is the lecturer's contribution to the establishment of Saor-Ollscoil as an important concept in the evolution of the 'idea of a university'. The lecturers would also have to be very enthusiastic about the subjects they teach to give such a commitment. Saor-Ollscoil is a very small institution but we believe that 'small can be beautiful.

Saor-Ollscoil is open to students of all ages who have a love of learning and who wish to expand their knowledge in an academic environment. Saor-Ollscoil offers a B.A. Degree in the Liberal Arts. The degree is awarded by the Academic Board of the Saor-Ollscoil Na hÉireann. A student is awarded the degree when that student has completed the necessary requirements. Saor-Ollscoil has an open system to suit the needs of Adult Students. The system of credits is based on co-operation. There is no competition encouraged there are no exams. Credits are awarded for written assignments. The student may aim to complete the degree in a minimum of three years or in his/her own time.

The student is surrounded by like-minded individuals who are present because of their interest in learning in the broadest sense. The groups are small, which allows for interaction between student and lecturer and student and student. The atmosphere created for the student is that of peaceful co-operation and learning. Saor-Ollscoil Na hÉireann is situated in the Old City Arms Hotel at 55 Prussia Street just down from Hanlon's Corner. The building itself has a varied history it is mentioned over twenty times in James Joyce's Ulysses. The main character Leopold Bloom stayed in bed room number 9 beside 'the smelly loo' on numerous occasions and had many a debate with the 'culchies' up for the market with their cattle. The smelly loo is long gone but room number 9 is still there on the third Floor.

Courses Offered:

Due to a number of constraints, it is not possible to offer each of the courses every year. As a result, it is important to consult the timetable for the courses on offer.

• American Studies
• Classical Studies
• Early Literature
• EU Law
• European Literature
• Folklore
• Gaeilge
• Heritage Studies
• Irish History
• European History
• Local History
• Maritime Archaeology
• Media-Art, Film, Theatre
• Philosophy
• Psychology
• Psychoanalysis
• Survey of Literature in English
  

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