Master of Arts in Leadership in Early Years Education & Care
Develop expertise in early childhood policy, service management, and child-centred leadership for impactful careers in education and care.
Best for:Best for educators, social workers, and policymakers with a background in early childhood or social sciences, aiming to advance into leadership roles in education and care.
Overview
This Master’s programme at SETU Wexford equips graduates with advanced skills to analyse, manage, and innovate within early childhood education and care systems. Students engage with policy analysis, service implementation, and ethical decision-making, all while prioritising the best interests of children. The curriculum blends theoretical frameworks with practical applications, preparing professionals for leadership roles in diverse settings. Ideal for educators, social workers, and policymakers seeking to drive positive change in early years sectors. The programme is designed for part-time study, accommodating working professionals.
What you'll do
- Analyse and evaluate critical issues in early childhood care policy and service delivery.
- Develop strategies to manage and implement changes in early childhood education systems.
- Engage in creative problem-solving to address challenges in childcare services.
- Apply ethical frameworks to ensure child welfare is prioritised in all decisions.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to improve early childhood education and care practices.
- Conduct research on policy impacts and service effectiveness in early years settings.
Requirements
Degree required: Level 8 degree (Bachelor’s) with a minimum of Second Class Honours, Grade 2 or equivalent in Early Childhood Education and Care, Applied Social Studies, Social and Community Studies, Youth and Community Work, Social Sciences, or cognate areas.
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)
Language: English proficiency at a level suitable for academic study (no specific test mentioned).
Instruction: English
- Proven ability to analyse and evaluate educational policies.
- Experience in managing or implementing early childhood care services.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
- Familiarity with ethical frameworks in childcare and education.
- Candidates with significant relevant work experience may be considered via SETU’s Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) policy.
- Applicants from non-EU countries must meet additional international admission requirements.
- Applicants with degrees outside the specified areas may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-08-28
Applicants must submit their application through the official SETU Wexford Campus portal. Required documents include a CV, academic transcripts, a personal statement, and proof of English proficiency if applicable. Non-EU applicants should refer to the international section of the SETU website for additional requirements.
- CV
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Personal statement
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Proof of relevant work experience (if applying via RPL)
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