Course Summary
This taught Master of Education programme is designed for those interested in exploring and furthering their knowledge in the field of educational studies. Its modular design offers students the opportunity to tailor their education and prioritise deepening their knowledge and skills in particular educational issues while also ensuring that students are immersed in broader contemporary educational conversations.
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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
Applicants must hold a minimum of a bachelor Honours degree (NFQ Level 8) (or equivalent) with a minimum of second-class Honours, grade 2 (2:2) Applicants should hold an equivalent of an Honours degree and/or Honours postgraduate diploma.
Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please see here (https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/study-maynooth/how-apply/english-language-requirements). Please be advised criteria may differ for EU and Non-EU applicants.
Maynooth University's TOEFL code is 8850
The Master of Education (Full Time) MH52G is not an initial teacher education programme. It does not confer qualified teaching status.
Application Details
Closing Date : 30 June 2026
Fees
Closing Date : 30 June 2023
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.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Career Progression
Duration
PAC code: MH57G (part-time): 2 years