Professional Master of Education (Primary Teaching)
Prepare for a rewarding career in primary education with this comprehensive master's programme.
Best for:Best for aspiring primary school teachers holding an honours degree and proficiency in Irish and English.
Overview
The Professional Master of Education (Primary Teaching) at the Marino Institute of Education prepares graduates to enter the primary teaching profession in Ireland. This two-year, full-time programme equips students with the pedagogical skills, curriculum knowledge, and practical classroom experience required for modern educational environments. Candidates undergo rigorous academic coursework and professional placement to meet national teaching standards. Applicants must satisfy specific entry requirements, including academic qualifications and language proficiencies.
What you'll do
- Complete academic coursework across a range of primary education subjects
- Participate in school placement and practical teaching practice
- Engage with educational theory, child development, and pedagogical frameworks
- Fulfill language competency requirements in Irish and English
Requirements
Degree required: An honours degree (level 8 with honours II.2 result or higher) or a major award at level 9 or 10
Degree offered: Professional Master of Education
Language: English and Irish; specific Leaving Certificate grades and TEG Level B1 oral Irish proficiency required.
Instruction: English, Irish
- Academic competency at NFQ Level 8 (minimum II.2 honours) or higher
- Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) grades: Maths - O4/H7, English - O4/H7, Irish - H4
- Achieve 65% or above in Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge (TEG) level B1 in oral Irish examination
- Applicants must hold an approved honours degree or major award at level 9 or 10
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-04-10
Applications open on January 7th, 2026, and must be submitted through the official application portal before the April 10th deadline. Ensure all academic transcripts and language test results are prepared according to institute guidelines.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree qualification
- Language test results
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