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Learning, Society and Religious Education

Head of Department: Dr Maurice Harmon

• T: +353 61 774720
• E: Maurice.Harmon@mic.ul.ie

Language and Literacy Education

Ceann Roinne/Head of Department: An Dr Neasa Ní Chuaig

• T: +353 61 204533
• E: Neasa.NiChuaig@mic.ul.ie

Arts Education and Physical Education

Head of Department: Prof. Déirdre Ní Chróinín

• T: +353 61 204553
• E: Deirdre.NiChroinin@mic.ul.ie

Reflective Pedagogy & Childhood Studies

Head of Department: Dr Lisha O'Sullivan

• T: +353 61 204385
• E: Lisha.OSullivan@mic.ul.ie

Educational Psychology, Inclusive and Special Education

Head of Department: Prof. Filiz Polat

• E: Filiz.Polat@mic.ul.ie

STEM Education

Head of Department: Prof. Aisling Leavy

• T: +353 61 204978
• E: Aisling.Leavy@mic.ul.ie

School of Education

Head of School: Prof. Jennifer Johnston

• E: Jennifer.Johnston@mic.ul.ie

Departmental Research Expertise include:

Entry Requirements for Research Degrees at 91��Ƭ��

The requirements listed below are the minimum requirements set by 91��Ƭ��. Individual faculties and programmes may have specific requirements. Applicants are requested to identify a potential supervisor before submitting an application for a research programme.

The primary degrees referred to in this section are Level 8 or equivalent honours degrees as defined by the National Framework of Qualifications. The usual minimum requirements for entry to a research master’s, professional doctorate or PhD degree are:

a) An appropriate master’s or equivalent qualification that has been obtained from a university or other institution recognised by 91��Ƭ�� following a period of study similar to that required in 91��Ƭ��. (A student who holds a master’s degree in a discipline other than that in which the doctoral research is intended to be pursued shall be considered for entry under 5.4.1b)

or

b) An honours primary bachelor’s degree with a minimum classification of 2.1 honours or equivalent qualification.

or

c) An honours primary bachelor’s degree with a classification of 2.2 honours or equivalent qualification. (Students who enrol with a 2.2 honours degree or equivalent will be required to undergo a progression review after the first six months of their programme of study)

or

d) A degree, or equivalent qualification, other than that specified in 5.4.1a, 5.4.1b or 5.4.1c and a minimum of four years’ acceptable professional experience at an appropriate and relevant level may be considered for entry to the masters register. Students within this category without a minimum of four years’ acceptable professional experience will be considered for entry under regulation 5.4.3.

For further information on the Research Postgraduate Academic Regulations, please see Chapter 5  of the 91��Ƭ�� Handbook of Academic Regulations & Procedures.

Deadline for applications: Variable

This programme is suitable for EU and Non-EU Applicants:

1. EU Applicants – Applicants from EU/Worked in EU for the last 3 years
2. Non-EU Applicants – Applicants living/working outside of the EU

Please ensure you read the information specific to your region below and follow the correct application route.

EU Applicants

After you have read How to Apply for a Research Postgraduate programme at 91��Ƭ��,

• Download and complete the application form here or for applications in Irish, download and complete the application form here.
• The application form must also include any supporting documentation requested (including 91��Ƭ�� and UL transcripts is applicable).
• In the case of non-native English speakers, a copy of IELTS (or equivalent) is required. Click here for English language requirements.
• Please pay the non-refundable €50 application fee here using , and return the completed application form by email: to RGSO@mic.ul.ie.

Non-EU Applicants

For advice on visas and the practicalities of living in Ireland, please contact the International office at International@mic.ul.ie.

After you have read How to Apply for a Research Postgraduate programme at 91��Ƭ��;

• Download and complete the application form here.
• Entry requirements may vary according to country of origin. For information that is specific to your home country, click here.
• The application form must also include your university transcripts (including 91��Ƭ�� and UL transcripts is applicable).
• In the case of non-native English speakers, a copy of IELTS (or equivalent) is required. Click here for English language requirements.
• Please pay the non-refundable €50 application fee here using , and return the completed application form by email: to RGSO@mic.ul.ie.

EU/Non-EU Status Assessments

The designation of a student as being from the EU or a Non-EU country determines the fees they will pay at 91��Ƭ�� (91��Ƭ��) i.e. there may be cases where a non-EU national acquires EEA citizenship during the course of their third level studies and would qualify for EU fees, for example. 

Click here for more information on EU/Non-EU assessments which will be conducted by 91��Ƭ�� International office to determine status.

Fees

For Postgraduate Fees click here.

US Students please note that this is a US Federal Aid eligible programme.