Course Summary
The Master of Education programme (MEd) of St Mary’s is designed around professional competences for the teaching profession. The programme has been developed to advance teacher professional learning through an integration of educational theory and classroom practice.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Candidates for admission to the Masters programme in Education should normally hold either:
(a) Qualified teacher status and an honours degree or equivalent qualification or
(b) An honours degree or equivalent qualification with at least two years’ professional experience in an educational, training or professionally related context.
Application Details
Application for a part-time MEd course can be
made online at the 'Application Weblink'
Academic Registry Office
St Mary’s University College
191 Falls Road
Belfast BT12 6FE
Tel: +44 (0)28 9026 8320
Application forms for entry to the MEd programme should be submitted to the Academic Registry Office no later than two weeks prior to the commencement of a course.
Late applications will be considered subject to the availability of places.
Academic Year: 2024-25.
Fees
How to Apply
If you wish to apply, please complete the on-line application form (See 'Application Weblink' below).
For further information please contact the Academic Registry, telephone: 02890 268320.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Career Progression
Graduates from this degree have found the skills and knowledge learned to be beneficial in their workplace by improving their professional practice. In the case of teachers this has meant the development of research-informed practice and the ability to lead professional development within their schools. A higher degree can enhance employment prospects and help secure future promotion.
Duration
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all planned teaching sessions and, if unable to do so, to inform the course tutor.