Overview

First, it responds to the requirement to understand a socially diverse and multi-cultural Ireland.Second, it seeks to enhance the skills of learners so that they may be culturally, socially, and emotionally competent in equality, diversity, and inclusion practices.Third, it sets out to support learners to engage in transformative practice so that difference and inclusion can be rendered visible and celebrated in the framework of a positive affirmation of human diversity.

The Transformative Practices in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme at the Atlantic Technological University is designed to develop graduates who primarily will work in equality, inclusion, and diversity related fields, but the programme is also suitable for those seeking a broad understanding of contemporary equality and diversity issues.

Recommended Study Hours per week

Live online lectures will take place over two half-days from 2pm until 6pm over the course of the academic year. The residential sessions will occur in week 6 and week 10 of each semester. It is recommended that students should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5 credit module for their studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Creative Pedagogy and Research
Collective Transformation
Law, Policy and Activism
Histories of Inequality
Community Engagement

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00

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More details

Applications open in February for courses starting in September.

Language

English

PTE Academic

55

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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100

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Castlebar, Ireland

Disciplines

Social Policy View 16 other Masters in Social Policy in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

55

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A personal statement outlining why you wish to undertake the programme. In the event of a surplus number of applicants, the personal statement will form the basis for selection of offers.
Ideally, a Level 8 degree at H2.2 in any discipline. As the MA is designed for multiple applications in various settings, candidates will be considered from a wide variety of academic disciplinary backgrounds and work practices.
Applicants who do not have formal qualification can be considered through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Please note that RPL is a separate process (i.e. applicants must first apply to the programme on the ATU website, and then apply for RPL on atu.ie/rpl).
Applicants whose first language is not English are required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. These requirements are available from ATU’s Admission’s office.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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

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Tuition Fee

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International

14000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14000 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

7200 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7200 EUR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Castlebar

650 - 1000 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

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