Prospective Students

Degree Information:

The M.Sc in Education and Training Management programme has two strands:

1. Focused on leadership and management in the education and training context.
2. Focused on the creation and sharing of new practice-based knowledge and lifelong learning through the integration of ICT in teaching and learning.

Students come from all levels of the education system, as well as from corporate industry, nursing, government agencies and NGOs. This is an applied programme where students choose topics for research, thus leading to further improvement in their workplace practice. It builds their knowledge and understanding of the dynamics at play in what is becoming an increasingly complex working and living environment.

Aims and Objectives:

Leadership Strand

• To ensure that you develop the knowledge and skills to provide effective leadership in the workplace and society.
• To acquire key principles, best practices, characteristics and the organisational strategy required by managers and leaders in today's fast-changing and complex operating environment
• Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of personal, professional and technical skills that are critical to managing and leading in the workplace successfully and facilitating the optimisation of processes and outcomes.

eLearning Strand

• To appreciate and apply the key educational philosophies, theories of learning, reflective practices and their relationship with developments in eLearning. This encourages you to reflect systematically on your work practice while implementing informed action to bring about improvement.
• To understand the design, development, implementation and evaluation of eLearning in a variety of educational contexts.
• To enhance your ability to work individually, collaboratively and creatively in a way that will enhance organisational performance and social inclusion.

MSc in Education and Training Management (e-learning): funded by the Irish Government under the National Development Plan 2007 - 2013.

Programme Structure:

On this two year, part-time programme, students are examined by continuous assessment, with the final stage requiring the completion of a dissertation. This provides the opportunity for you to engage, in some depth, with an issue of professional or intellectual interest.

Assessment includes case studies, team based projects, work based assignments and presentations.

Students who do not wish to complete a dissertation (or practicum) may graduate with a Graduate Diploma in Education and Training Management (Leadership or eLearning), upon successful completion of the first eight modules.

View the subjects currently taught on this course (Leadership strand) (2010 - 2011)

View the subjects currently taught on this course (eLearning strand) (2010 - 2011)

• DCU provides access to top-of-the-range computer facilities.
• Students come from a range of backgrounds and so contribute to a breadth of experience and a dynamic learning environment.
• The programme content is rooted in the real world of leadership and eLearning.
• The eLearning strand is unique in its expertise in practice-based practitioner research, which allows a depth of qualitative approach unparalleled in other Irish institutions.
• eLearning allows for the development of synergy - the interaction of the students is integral to the success of the course.

Fees Reduction

The M.Sc. in Education and Training Management (e-Learning stream only) is supported by the HEA under the Graduate Skills Conversion Programme resulting in a reduced fee for European Union Students. This is subject to review each year but in 2007/2008 the fees payable per annum by most EU students were reduced to €1,600.

Testimonials

"The Master programme was one of the most inclusive, informative, and supportive learning opportunities I have ever undertaken. I had been an Electronic Engineer for 15 years and really wanted a new challenge. I wanted a new career where I could see the positive effect of my efforts on the world around me. I guess the true test of any learning programme is whether or not it can deliver the career opportunities that the programme of learning promises. For me, the Masters has delivered, as I successfully changed career to Learning & Development programs manager." Garrett Ryan, Training Program Manager, IBM Dublin Technology Campus

"The M.Sc. eLearning gave me a great insight into the use of technology in my workplace and allowed me to develop multimedia and web based skills that not only benefited my personal learning but also were of great benefit to my pupils and the entire school. The programme allowed me to do this in a practical action research based approach with both online and face to face support received throughout, which was fantastic!" Miriam Fitzpatrick, Primary School Teacher

"I commenced the two year M.Sc. in Education and Training Management course (Leadership Strand) in October 2006 and I can honestly say it provided me with a systematic grounding in the leadership skills I now use in my job as Principal of Rice College Westport, a job I commenced in September 2008. I started the course with high expectations and I wasn't disappointed. It energised me because the course content was rooted in the real world of leadership. The whole course was engaging and we had plenty of opportunities in class-time and key assignments to apply the theories to our own work situations." Patricia Atkins, Principal, Rice College, Westport

"I found the e-Learning programme a really effective learner-centred approach which allowed me to explore my own areas of interest, while teaching valuable technical skills, and providing a thorough grounding in learning theories and research. The programme has a sound theoretical and research foundation which when combined with the technical and educational skills and pedagogies means a great learning experience, and one which has greatly helped my career progression." Daragh Power, Training Consultant

Career Prospects:

As you are already in employment, this course offers an opportunity to advance your career in the education environment, to improve your management and leadership skills, or to switch to a new career in training management or elsewhere in education.

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. Such applicants will be required to submit a written assignment (3000 words) or portfolio prior to interview.

Candidates should note that an interview is part of the selection process for this programme. Shortlisted candidates are expected to be available for interview. Candidates shortlisted for interview will be able to book their interview through the Postgraduate Applications Centre (PAC) website (www.pac.ie/dcu). Interview slots will be allocated on a first come first served basis. It is not possible to accommodate other interview dates.

Dates for Submission of Applications 2013

EU Applicants Apply online from the 15th October 2012 through the Postgraduate Applications Centre (www.pac.ie/dcu) by 14th June 2013 for DC902 eLearning.

Non-EU Applicants Apply online through the Postgraduate Applications Centre (http://www.pac.ie/dcu) by 14th June 2013 for DC902 eLearning. Applicants who require a study visa for the purposes of gaining entry into are advised to apply as early as possible

Student Visas

Applicants who require a student visa for entry to Ireland are encouraged to seek clarification from the relevant Irish embassy regarding the closing date for application for such visas. Applicants who do not secure a study visa in time will be unable to take up their offer of a place on any DCU programme.

Applying through the Postgraduate Applications Centre (http://www.pac.ie/dcu)

When applying for this programme use the following PAC code:

Queries on Completed Applications
Queries on completed applications can be made by e-mail to registry.pac@dcu.ie

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Indicative Timetable
(Weeks 20-31)