Program Overview
The Education (Languages) at University of Limerick is a MEd programme in Education over 24 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 Education (Languages) 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 11,423 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,558 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Limerick, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education (Languages) 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
- Integrating Language and Teaching 1 \xa0(6 credits) \x96 4 hours tutorials and 6 hours independent study per week for 12 weeks
- Language Pedagogy 1: The Language Teacher As Professional Practitioner (6 credits)\x96 2 lectures \xa0and 2 tutorials and 6 hours independent study per week for 12 weeks
- Integrating Language and Teaching 2 (3 Credits) \x96 4 hours tutorials \xa0and 1 hour private per week for 3 weeks
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
An Honours degree (2.2 or above) (Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland) in a relevant discipline.\xc2\xa0 An interview in the proposed languages to be studied will be a requirement.\xc2\xa0 Personal attendance at interview is require.\xc2\xa0 In line with Teaching Council and HEA protocol, when applying for a place on the Professional Master of Education programme, the PME Applicant is required to make a formal declaration, using a\xc2\xa0Subject Declaration Form\xc2\xa0that he/she:
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 11,423 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,558 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 11,423 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,558 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Limerick 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 University of Limerick
University of Limerick
Castletroy, Ireland
University of Limerick is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2016-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-03
- Language English
- Duration 24 months