Education and Health Sciences Structured Masters by Research
Advance your expertise through a structured research master's programme combining rigorous coursework with an independent thesis.
Best for:Best for education and health science professionals seeking advanced research training alongside their careers.
Overview
The Structured Masters by Research in Education and Health Sciences at the University of Limerick provides a comprehensive framework for developing advanced research capabilities. Students complete a combination of core taught modules in research methodology and integrity alongside specialized electives tailored to their academic interests. Under dedicated faculty supervision, candidates undertake an independent research thesis designed to fit alongside professional commitments. The programme culminates in the successful defense and submission of a 180-credit research portfolio.
What you'll do
- Complete core postgraduate modules focusing on research skills, integrity, and academic orientation
- Select and complete relevant elective or specialist modules aligned with research interests
- Conduct an independent research project culminating in a substantial written thesis
- Collaborate regularly with assigned faculty supervisors to guide project milestones
- Participate in departmental research seminars, workshops, and academic community activities
Requirements
Degree required: An appropriate master's degree or an honours primary bachelor's degree (minimum 2.2) or equivalent recognised by the University of Limerick
Degree offered: Masters by Research
Language: English; minimum IELTS score of 6.5 with not less than 6 in any one component for applicants whose first language is not English
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated background in education, health sciences, or a closely related discipline
- Ability to conduct independent academic inquiry and literature reviews
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for scholarly reporting
- Effective time-management skills to balance coursework and research commitments
- Applicants must hold an approved primary bachelor's degree (minimum 2.2) or equivalent professional qualification
- International applicants must meet the university's English language proficiency standards
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How to apply
Interested applicants should review the course requirements and prepare necessary academic transcripts and language certificates. Applications are submitted online through the University of Limerick postgraduate application portal.
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency
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