
Overview
The Master of Education course at Maynooth University is a 90 credit degree with each module counting for 10 credits. In their final year students choose to complete either a thesis (thirty credits) or a capstone project (twenty credits).
Modules are taught on weekday evenings. Some are offered as Easter and Summer School choices.
Students can choose a specialism option or a general option. The specialisms on offer are Educational Leadership, Teacher Education, Early Childhood Teaching and Learning, and Social Justice Education.
Graduates of the Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership and some other postgraduate courses are eligible for module exemptions..
Career
This taught Master of Education programme is designed for those interested in the field of educational studies. It offers a solid foundation for a life-time’s reflection on and study of education.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Critical Reflections On Education
- Contextualising & Communicating Your Research
- Leading Equality And Diversity In Education
- Exploring Quality In Teaching & Learning (Te)
- Thesis
- Leadership For Quality Teaching And Learning: Linking Policy, Research And Practice
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
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General requirements
This modular programme offers a coherent, dynamic, postgraduate learning experience for teachers, educators and other professionals interested in the field of educational studies.
- Applicants will hold the equivalent of an honours degree and/or honours postgraduate diploma.
- Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
14000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 14000 EUR per year and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
7500 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7500 EUR per year and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.