Celtic Mythology

Overview

This module will explore the evidence for the mythology of the Celtic-speaking peoples from the earliest times as found in ancient and medieval sources in Ireland, Britain and the Continent with particular focus on Ireland. We will examine the evidence for early Irish ideologies, the native gods and the Otherworld. You will also study the nature of the surviving sources to enable you to assess their reliability and determine how they can be properly used for the study of early Irish and Celtic history and belief.

Learning Objectives

A knowledge and understanding of the mythology and beliefs of Celtic-speaking peoples

Skills

Critical and analytical thinking; research; independent learning; time management.

Assessment