Education - Mentoring Leading & Global Learning

MA Education (Mentoring, Leading and Global Learning)

Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)



In Year One, students take three 10-credit modules. Typically, the modules in Year One introduce students to academic writing and scholarship, the theory and practice of mentoring, and the study of the Sustainable Development Goals and education. In Year Two, students take three 10-credit modules. These modules typically address areas including coaching for leadership and learning, the study of childhood and learning, research training, and methodologies for undertaking school-based/field-based research. In Year Three, students undertake a 30-credit field-based study, written in the format of a dissertation. Other modules may be offered from time to time, that complement the design of the programme.



Degree: Masters Award. Level: Level 9 on NFQ. Credit value: 90 credits.



The course is a part-time Master’s degree, offered over three years. All of the modules are offered remotely (online). The module content is delivered asynchronously. Students are also supported with some online synchronous sessions and individual online meetings. In this way, students form a community of learners, while also retaining autonomy around how they manage their time to complete their modules and submit assignments. The programme therefore suits learners who are in full-time employment, or who have regular commitments. Students can manage their learning to maximise the use of their time. Students complete 90 credits, over three years. The course comprises a mix of taught modules (totaling 60 credits) and a field-based study (30 credits). The course prepares students to undertake the kind of field-based study that it highly relevant to their own professional context. Research training is offered, to prepare students for their field-based study, and students have full access to UCD’s library resources (including a large range of online sources, electronic journals, and e-books).



Programme Outcomes

Successful completion of the programme results in the award of the degree of MA (Ed), Mentoring, Leading and Global Learning.



Who Should Apply?



Part Time option suitable for:



Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes

International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes

Students typically take modules that address areas including:



Mentoring, Leading & Learning; Development Education and the Sustainable Development Goals; Research Training; Coaching in Education Contexts; Field-based Research; Childhood and Learning. Modules may change, from time to time, depending on availability.

This programme is intended for applicants with an upper second class honours, or international equivalent in their primary degree and who demonstrate evidence of interest in educational issues.



Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes

The following entry routes are available:



MA Education (Mentoring, Leading & Global Learning) PT (W546)

Duration 3 Years

Attend Part Time

Deadline Rolling*



* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised

3 years part-time Online

NEXT INTAKE: 2024/2025 September.

Careers & Employability

This Master’s degree will benefit teachers, school leaders/principals/headteachers, and anyone involved in education today. It will widen their understanding of global issues in education, and approaches towards providing equal education opportunities. It will introduce learners to the theory and practice of mentoring for leadership, and develop skills for coaching in education settings.