MA/PhD in Education by Research
A research-focused master’s or doctoral programme in Education at Mary Immaculate College, Ireland, with a master-apprentice model.
Best for:Best for educators, researchers, and professionals with a strong academic background or relevant professional experience seeking to pursue advanced research in education.
Overview
The MA/PhD in Education by Research at Mary Immaculate College (MIC) offers a research-intensive programme for students seeking to advance their expertise in education. Supervised by leading academics across disciplines like educational psychology, STEM education, and language literacy, this programme follows a master-apprentice model where research is the sole focus. Applicants must identify a potential supervisor before applying and meet minimum academic or professional experience criteria. The programme is designed for those aiming to contribute original scholarship to the field of education, with flexible timelines for completion.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research under the guidance of a designated supervisor within the Faculty of Education.
- Develop and execute a research proposal aligned with the chosen field of study.
- Complete a thesis or dissertation demonstrating original research contributions to the field of education.
- Engage in regular meetings and progress reviews with your supervisor to ensure academic development.
- Participate in relevant academic seminars, workshops, and conferences to enhance research skills.
- Adhere to the academic regulations and ethical guidelines set by Mary Immaculate College.
Requirements
Degree required: An appropriate master’s degree or an honours primary bachelor’s degree with a minimum classification of 2.1 honours, or a 2.2 honours degree with a progression review after six months. Alternatively, a degree with four years of relevant professional experience may be considered.
Degree offered: MA or PhD
Language: English proficiency as per MIC’s English language requirements (check MIC website for details).
Instruction: English
- Ability to identify and engage with a potential supervisor before applying.
- Strong research proposal development skills.
- Independent research capabilities and academic writing proficiency.
- Commitment to completing a thesis or dissertation within the specified timeframe.
- Applicants must identify a potential supervisor before submitting an application.
- Minimum academic qualifications as outlined by MIC (Level 8 or equivalent honours degrees).
- Professional experience may substitute for academic qualifications under specific conditions.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Deadline: Variable · open until filled
Applicants must first identify a potential supervisor. Then, pay the application fee and download the application form from the MIC website. Submit the completed form separately along with required documents. Ensure all minimum academic or professional experience criteria are met before applying.
- Application form
- CV
- Research proposal outline
- Proof of academic qualifications
- Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
- Reference letters (if required)
Contact
Finn Ó Murchú· Head of School, School of Education
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