Postgraduates
Research and advancing personal knowledge in a variety of disciplines informs and animates the educational mission of Mary Immaculate College and our vibrant postgraduate community has close to 800 people pursuing further study. With a large variety of postgraduate programmes in education and the liberal arts from graduate diploma to doctoral level, MIC can help you build on your existing degree, retrain in fields like teaching or simply gain a professional edge in your chosen career.
Why MIC?
Postgraduate students can engage in both taught and research-based programmes using numerous entry and inclusion pathways. There are over 30 different programmes to choose from, offering diversity not just in subject matter but in learning methods. The MIC staff strives for excellence in the quality of modules delivered and supervision offered. A positive and productive student experience is central to our goals.
The MIC Research & Graduate School, based on the John Henry Newman campus in Limerick, is a hub of innovation with dedicated facilities, specialised services and ample training opportunities designed to produce world class researchers and research outcomes. The RGS is committed to best international practice and aims to foster creative teaching and learning; original and unique research, and the flourishing of the human spirit.
MIC realises that financial supports for students undertaking research at our college are critical. To this end, MIC offers numerous forms of support including a Doctoral Award (PhD in Arts or Education), an MIC Doctoral Studentship, an MIC Postgraduate Award, numerous departmental Assistantships, Presidents Scholarships and Special Awards. This is in addition to external funding prospects.

Postgraduate Virtual Information Sessions
Missed our recent Postgraduate Virtual Information Sessions? Watch on-demand at a time that suits your schedule!
Our information sessions will help you find the right postgraduate degree for you. So, whether you are looking to undertake a diploma, master's or doctorate, take a look today to find out all about MIC’s postgraduate programmes in Education and Arts.
You will also learn about the benefits of pursuing postgraduate study, the costs, and the financial supports on offer at MIC to help you during your postgraduate studies.

Find your Postgraduate Programme
There is a vibrant community of full-time and part-time postgraduate students based at MIC Limerick, many of whom are actively tutoring and lecturing as well as studying and conducting research.
Programmes cover a diverse range of topics across the disciplines of Education and the Liberal Arts, and categories include taught, research-based or a combination of the two i.e. structured PhDs.
Forms of financial support available include Doctoral Awards, an MIC Doctoral Studentship, an MIC Postgraduate Award, numerous departmental assistantships, Presidents Scholarships and Special Awards.