Overview

Key Features

The Adult and Further Education program at University of Limerick is designed to enable students to develop their professional values, knowledge and action in the following ways:

Enable students, independently and with others, to critically engage with the theory and practice of adult/further education.
Develop students’ knowledge and skills in curriculum planning, teaching and assessment in accordance with given programme and learner needs.
Promote a capacity for and a commitment to reflective practice among students, enquiry and research in their teaching taking account of the interdependence of student learning and teacher learning.
Empowers students to create and sustain learning relationships with learners, taking account of the diverse and holistic needs of the adult learner.

Foster a commitment to the values which underpin the professionalism in teaching, including professional care and service to others, responsiveness to change, commitment to their own development as lifelong and collegial learners.

Career Opportunities

The Graduate Diploma in Adult and Further Education is intended for graduates planning to teach in the adult and further education (FE) sector and for teachers already working in this area who wish to further develop their professional practice. It is recognised by the Teaching Council as a professional teaching qualification for the Further Education sector. This programme is also suitable for individuals interested in pursuing a career in adult education, lifelong learning, or community work.

This programme offers a progression option to a Master’s degree in Year 2, subject to certain achievement criteria.

Accreditation

The programme is recognised by the Teaching Council.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Reflective and Professional Practice

Teaching and Curriculum Studies

Learning and Technology

Psychology and Sociology of Adult Education

Teaching and Curriculum Studies

History and Philosophy of Adult Education

Practicum

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

More details

M Ed deadline: 26 July

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Education Adult Education Teaching View 39 other Masters in Education in Ireland

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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120

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants will normally have a primary degree or equivalent at Level 8 on the NFQ. A Level 7 qualification may also be acceptable together with recognition of prior learning (RPL).
They are required to show in their application and subsequently at interview stage how their prior knowledge and experience prepares them for teaching in Further Education.

Tuition Fee

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International

12500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12500 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

6250 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6250 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Limerick

850 - 1150 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Adult and Further Education.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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