Overview

This part-time Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia) programme from Dublin City University is centred around three core areas: understanding the development of language and literacy learning; identifying and assessing specific learning difficulties and dyslexia; and managing curriculum-based interventions and evidence-based practice and support.

Key Facts

Throughout your study, you’ll explore the current conceptualisation of dyslexia and basic psychometrics concepts. You’ll also learn how to complete literacy assessments in reading, writing and spelling, and how to create a personalised support and intervention programme.

The programme is accredited by the British Dyslexia Association (BDA), and you’ll be eligible for internationally-recognised associate membership of the BDA (AMBDA) on completion of the course. You’ll also be awarded an Assessment Practising Certificate.

As a graduate, you’ll be sought after for roles in dyslexia assessment and specialist teaching at home and abroad, as well as disability support positions at third-level institutions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

In the first year of M Ed SpLD/Dyslexia students focus on theories and models of language and literacy development; and the identification of learning differences underpinning specific learning difficulties.
They reflect on their own practice and build experience in evaluating programmes and methods to support the development of literacy across the curriculum.
In the second year students gain a critical understanding of diagnostic assessment using standardised assessment tests and develop professional expertise in assessing students and in writing professional reports containing recommendations for intervention.
An action research element is an integral part of Year 2 as students develop professional expertise and leadership in the area of SpLD/Dyslexia in their school or work contexts.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applications will be welcomed from primary teachers, post-primary teachers and other professionals in the education community who have completed registration with the Teaching Council. Applicants are required to have a Honours degree with a minimum of H2.2 with at least 3 years work experience in education/teaching.
You need to have access to students/learners who have ongoing reading/writing difficulties - either in your own school or in your educational setting. At least three pupils/students with ongoing difficulties in the area of literacy will be needed (for assessment purposes, detailed planning in the area of literacy, and teaching).
International Applications
International candidates are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to those outlined above. In addition, where such candidates are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

8900 EUR / year

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EU/EEA Nationals

4500 EUR / year

≈ 4500 EUR / year

Additional Details

Part time

EU Status Fee Part-time

Year 1: €4,500/ Year 2: €4,500

Non EU Fee Part time

Year 1: €8,900/Year: 2 €9,900

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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Funding

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