From November, the Central Applications Office (CAO) will be accepting applications for the Bachelor of Education through the medium of Irish programme which will commence in Marino Institute of Education in September. As part of the course entry process, applicants will be required to take the Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge (TEG) Meánleibhéal 1 (B1) Irish-language examination. Applicants must achieve 50% or higher in this examination to satisfy entry requirements. All language skills will be tested in this examination: Speaking, Listening Comprehension, Writing and Reading Comprehension. You will find further information and sample papers below.
Exam Fee: €170
Exam date: 17/18 May 2024
Applications open: 28 February 2024
Deadline for applications: 24 April 2024
Exam centres: The exam will be run in centres around the country based on demand.
Marino Institute of Education will refund the TEG exam fee to applicants who pass the TEG B1 exam and who register as students on the Bachelor of Education through the medium of Irish programme.
A. Meánleibhéal 1 (B1) Syllabus, Sample Papers 1 & 2 and Sample Teaching Materials
B. Syllabus and guidelines for candidates
C. Chief Examiner's Report
D. Information Video
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any extra CAO points for having a Pass (50% or higher) in the TEG Meánleibhéal 1 (B1) Examination?
Yes. With regard to CAO points for the Baitsiléir san Oideachas Trí Mheán na Gaeilge only, 40 extra points will be awarded to each candidate who obtains a Pass (50% or higher) in the TEG Meánleibhéal 1 (B1) examination. 40 points is the maximum number of points which will be awarded and no extra points beyond that will be awarded to any candidate who obtains a mark higher than 50% in the B1 exam, or to candidates who have passed TEG exams at higher levels than B1. This applies only to the Baitsiléir san Oideachas Trí Mheán na Gaeilge. If you have any questions, please contact Marino Institute of Education directly on 01 805 7700.
When will the results of this examination be issued?
Results will be issued at the end of March.
I’m unhappy with my examination grade or I have query in relation to my examination grade or performance. What are my options?
Candidates who are dissatisfied with their grade from a TEG examination, or who have queries in relation to their grade, can avail of the following options:
• Appeal
• Additional Feedback
All information relating to those processes (including fees and application forms) is available here.
If you have any queries about this exam, please email teg@mu.ie or call 01 708 3737.
Further information about the Bachelor of Education through the medium of Irish programme is available here.