Master's Degree in Education
A flexible postgraduate degree designed for education professionals to develop highly prized transferable skills.
Best for:Best for education professionals and practitioners seeking advanced qualifications through flexible part-time study.
Overview
The Open University in Ireland offers a flexible Master's degree in Education aimed at education professionals and individuals engaged with learners. The program allows students to build critical qualities and transferable skills valuable across diverse professional landscapes. Candidates can tailor their studies around specific specialisms and apply educational theories to practical contexts. Typically structured for part-time study, the curriculum accommodates working professionals over a multi-year timeframe.
What you'll do
- Complete approximately 13 to 19 study hours each week on a part-time schedule
- Engage with learning materials across chosen educational specialisms
- Apply educational concepts and frameworks to relevant work or voluntary environments
- Conduct independent research and complete a multi-disciplinary dissertation
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree from a UK university or other recognised degree-awarding body, or an equivalent qualification
Degree offered: Master's Degree (UK Level 7)
Language: English; spoken and written English of an adequate standard for postgraduate study, with a recommended minimum IELTS score of 7
Instruction: English
- Ability to apply academic learning to practical educational or professional contexts
- Experience engaging or working with learners, children, or young people
- Capacity for independent postgraduate study and critical analysis
- Must hold a recognized Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Must obtain Enhanced DBS clearance or regional equivalent when conducting work with children for specific modules
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How to apply
Prospective students should review the admission criteria and submit their application through the official Open University admissions portal. Ensure all prior qualification certificates and language proficiency evidence are prepared before applying.
- BSc + MSc transcripts
- Proof of identity
- Evidence of English language proficiency
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