Program Overview

MSc in Education and Training Management (Leadership)

Course Details

• Course Code: DC900
• Course Type: Postgraduate
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• Duration: 2 Years
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Overview

The MSc in Education and Training Management (Leadership) at DCU is a management qualification. It builds on a long heritage of equipping educators moving into, or holding, leadership roles with the knowledge and skills to succeed in those roles.

Careers & Further Options

• The programme is designed for practising and aspiring leaders and managers in settings where learning is core.
• Graduates have moved into leadership roles in schools, industry, healthcare, and other areas.
• Others have built a new career pathway from doing the programme.

Entry Requirements

• Applicants must have a good honours degree (minimum 2.2) with three years substantial experience working in a recognised education/training environment.
• In certain circumstances, applicants not possessing the above qualifications may be considered if they are able to present, at interview, evidence of professional experience and responsibility in a relevant area of work, and high-level interest in the research literature relevant to one of the themes highlighted in the programme.

Programme Structure

• The programme is a two-year part-time programme.
• The Graduate Diploma element of the programme consists of six modules and runs over three semesters.
• The dissertation element is a piece of independent research that takes place in the second year of the programme.

Fees and Funding

• Part-time:
  • EU Status Fee Part-time: Year 1: €4,300 Year 2: €5,800
  • Non EU Fee Part-time: Year 1: €8,300 Year 2: €9,900

How To Apply

• All Applicants must apply through DCU's Student Application Portal.
• Provide certified academic transcripts for all years of study at college or university in original language, with certified English translations if applicable.
• Provide a copy of degree certificate / parchment.
• Provide a copy of passport.
• Provide a personal statement of 500 words, outlining your reasons for applying.

Life On Campus

• At DCU, our students can expect a unique campus experience.
• We are known for our excellent teaching and learning facilities, our active clubs and societies, and our great social and sporting facilities.

FAQs

• What is the single most important thing a prospective student should know about this programme?
  • The range and depth of the modules on the programme and the applicability of learning and assignments to the workplace settings of participants is commonly reported as contributing to the programme meeting student expectations.
• Why would a student choose to do this programme instead of a different but similar one?
  • The broad scope of the programme beyond the school setting is of specific appeal and distinguishes the programme from other master’s level qualifications.
• What kind of people do you expect to be drawn to a programme like this, and to thrive while a student on it?
  • Participants in the Leadership programme are drawn from across the primary, post-primary, further, higher, and adult education sectors as well as from corporate industry, health personnel, governmental departments, state agencies, NGOs and community organisations.

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