
Overview
Students of the Education programme from Maynooth University work with their supervisors to develop a substantive piece of research that makes an original contribution to knowledge in the field and tradition of educational research.
Career
Postgraduate students in education come from a range of backgrounds and have a wide range of interests. Some students wish to develop their professional practice and take on leadership roles, others wish to take on other professional responsibilities or engage in policy formation in the national or international context. Holding a PhD qualifies one to teach at university level and to carry out advanced research.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses Include:
- Sharing The World: Education, Pluralism, And Conflict
- Conference Organisation
- Work-based Placement
- Research Placement
- Engaging With The Community:research, Practice And Reflection.
- Outreach & Communication
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
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Credits
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Minimum 2.1 degree (BA or MA/M.Ed ) or international equivalent in Education or a cognate area, and a proposal for original research that is accepted by the Department. Students undertake 30 credits of modules that support their research. Generally, students without a Masters undertake 60 credits of modules. Studies can be undertaken on a part-time or full-time basis, and credit requirements are the same for both pathways.
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International
14000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14000 EUR per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
6500 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6500 EUR per year during 36 months.
- Part time EU: 4330 EUR
Living costs for Maynooth
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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