Master of Education (M Ed)

Academic Programme Structure:

• Principles and Practice of Research in Education
• Ensuring Criticality and Reflexivity in Educational Research Design
• Theory and Practice in Education
• Curriculum design, Development and Evaluation
• National and International Trends and Current Issues in Education
• Research and Practice Portfolio

Participants will also complete:

• An Applied Research Project which will be conducted as an introduction to engaging in research. It is intended that this project be completed within one semester.
• A Dissertation of 20,000 words.

Programme Assessment

The core modules will be assessed by a combination of continuous assessment and end-of-term assessment. A cumulative grade point average system is used to recognise and reward work throughout the programme.

• Applicants will be considered for direct entry into the M Ed programme on the basis of possession of a Primary Degree in Education (Level 8 NFQ) at a minimum of Honours 2.2. Applicants who have a 2.2 Honours degree in other disciplines may be considered if they have substantial and relevant professional experience
• Applicants for the full-time programme must provide an outline of the dissertation proposal (500 words) as part of their application. For further information relating to this please contact the Course Coordinator.
• For direct entry into Year 2 of the part-time programme, applicants will hold a Professional Development Graduate Diploma in Education (Level 9 NFQ) at a minimum of Honours 2.1.
• In cases where the applicant does not meet normal entry requirements, the applicant can be assessed on prior learning in line with University policy and procedures on the Recognition of Prior Learning. The admission procedures will include an interview wherein the prior learning and experience of applicants in education will be assessed.
• Click here for English language requirements.

Applications are now closed.

EU Applicants

• Download and complete the application form here.
• Please pay the non-refundable €50 application fee using Realex here, and return the completed application form by email to: TaughtProgrammes@mic.ul.ie. 
• In the case of non-native English speakers, a copy of your IELTS results (or equivalent) is required.

Non-EU Applicants

You are advised to contact the MIC International Office before applying:

E: International@mic.ul.ie   or    T:  +353 61 204988 /+353 61 774790.

• Entry requirements and the application process vary according to country of origin. Check your country here.
• Please click on the link to complete your application through PAC.
• You will be required to upload your university transcripts
• In the case of non-native English speakers, a copy of your IELTS results (or equivalent) is required.
• The  application fee is €50 and is non-refundable

Transferring from another 3rd Level Institution

The transfer route into MIC depends on the content overlap of your new and old course and the number of places on the new course in the year you apply. Before submitting an application you should contact international@mic.ul.ie where we will consider your case with the relevant Head of Department of the course you wish to transfer to.

EU/Non-EU Status Assessments

The designation of a student as being from the EU or a Non-EU country determines the fees they will pay at MIC, i.e. there may be cases where a non-EU national acquires EEA citizenship during the course of their third-level studies and would qualify for EU fees for example. 

Click here for more information on EU/Non-EU assessments which will be conducted by MIC International office to determine status. 

Fees

For information on Postgraduate Fees please click here.

US Students please note that you can apply for Federal Aid. Click here for more information.