Education
The Master of Arts in Education is a two-year, part-time, fully online programme designed to meet the growing demand for flexible postgraduate training in education.
| Award Name | Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2 years part-time, online.
Entry Requirements
The programme has a minimum entry requirement of a Pass, or equivalent, in a bachelor’s degree at NFQ Level 8. Learners on this programme will originate from cognate disciplines, including but not limited to primary education, post-primary education and further education. Learners from disciplines with a partial alignment, such as social care, may be accepted at the discretion of the programme director, or nominee, following evaluation of individual applications.
Further information
Next Intake: Autumn 2026
Application Fee
€65
Tuition Fees
The tuition fee for the programme is €9,000.
On acceptance of place: €1,550 deposit. Includes €50 in respect of Garda Vetting processing fee.
First instalment (before course begins): €3,000
Second instalment (approx. 10 months later): €4,500
How to Pay Tuition Fees
The application fee is paid online and must be paid in full before an application can be processed. Tuition fees are to be paid by bank transfer.
Graduation Fee
The current fee for attending the graduation ceremony is €125.
1.7% Learner Protection Charge
This charge is incurred to finance arrangements required under Part 6 of the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act, 2012, to ensure protection of enrolled learners and is applied to each fee instalment. The current charge is set at 1.7% of tuition fees.
QQI Certification Fee
A QQI (Quality & Qualifications Ireland) Certification Fee is applicable in the award stage of all QQI programmes. The current applicable Certification Fee is €200.
Supplementary Fees
There is a list of supplementary fees, which covers additional services in relation to the programme. It will be available to view on the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) from the commencement of the programme.
Recognition of Prior Learning Fee
Fees for processing RPL applications are €150, depending on the type of prior learning being submitted for consideration. The fee is payable at the time of submitting the RPL application and independent from the programme application fee.
Tax Relief
Under current Revenue rules, tax relief is available if you are eligible at the standard rate of income tax (20%) for qualifying tuition fees. From September 2017, subject to compliance with Revenue regulations, students who are eligible will be able to claim approximately €800 per year in tax relief over the two years of the course. For further information, explore the Revenue website.
Please note that the above, provided for information purposes, is of a general nature and is not a substitute for formal advice on taxation matters. We recommend, where necessary, you seek professional advice in relation to taxation matters.
The Master of Arts in Education is a two-year, part-time, fully online programme designed to meet the growing demand for flexible postgraduate training in education.
* This programme provides an excellent avenue for professional development, and is not a route to becoming a teacher.
The Master of Arts in Education is a Level 9 programme worth 90 ECTS credits.
The Master of Arts in Education is a two-year, part-time, fully online programme designed to meet the growing demand for flexible postgraduate training in education. It is relevant to teachers and allied professionals working in a range of settings and sectors, including early childhood, primary and post-primary education, further education, health and social care, policy development and the community and voluntary sectors.
This Master of Arts in Education programme offers a unique opportunity for educators and allied professionals to enhance their expertise, advance their careers and contribute positively to the field of education. By providing a flexible and accessible online platform, the programme promotes lifelong learning and capacity-building within the education system. Through its focus on research-informed practice and international perspectives, the programme empowers participants to become effective leaders and advocates for quality education for all learners — both locally and globally.
Educational Leadership, Management and Administration in a Changing World (Core)
Education and Social Policy (Core)
Education in the Era of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Core)
Choose one from the following four:
Universal Design for Learning (Elective)
Early Childhood Education (Elective)
Wellbeing in Education (Elective)
Digital Education (Elective)
Educational Research Methods (Core)
Educational Research Project (Core)
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact our Enrolment team at +353 (0)1 661 0168 (press 2) between 9 AM and 5 PM Monday to Friday. You are also welcome to email advisor@hiberniacollege.net.