Program Overview
The Art & Design Education at Cork Institute of Technology is a MA programme in Education over 30 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Art & Design Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 30 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,140 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Cork, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Art & Design Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- ICT in Art Education (MA)
- Ed Management&Leadership
- Aesthetics and Art Criticism
- Individuality in Art Education
- Arts Facilitation Skills
- Historical & Contempory Art Pr
- Research Methods ArtEd MA
- Art Therapy in Education
- Inclusion & Diversity in Ed
- Arts Fac Issues & Context
- MA Research Dissertation Educ
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Eligible applicants are those who hold a Level 8 Honours H2.2 Bachelor Degree in Fine Art or Design (or similar) and either:
- Higher Diploma in Arts for Art and Design Teachers or equivalent i.e. an older qualification or a recognised teaching qualification from another country or
- BA/BEd in Art and Design Education (Level 8) or
- An equivalent qualification in art and design education or
- Applicants who hold a teaching qualification in subjects other than art and design may also be considered.
- Applicants who hold a Level 8 award at pass level or a Level 7 award (or equivalent) may be considered on the basis of significant relevant experience.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,140 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,140 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Cork Institute of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Cork Institute of Technology
Cork Institute of Technology
Cork, Ireland
Cork Institute of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date October 2025
- Language English
- Duration 30 months