Special Education

Master of Arts

Course Details

Course Code	SG_ESESE_M09
Level	9
Duration	2 years
Credits	105
Method of Delivery	Blended
Campus Locations	St Angelas
Mode of Delivery	Part Time

Course Overview

Progression route to Masters in Special Education
All students will first commence on the Postgraduate Diploma in Special Education and if successful may transfer to the Masters in Special Education.

If you have completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Special Education, you can apply for the Masters here – Apply Now .

The Master of Arts in Special Education offers a level 9 qualification for all professionals interested in Special Education (SE).

Research methods are critical to successful study at MA level and will incorporate problem-solving activities, action research in professional contexts and the opportunity to link theory and practice in general and in terms of the execution of coursework. Participants accepted onto the Masters stage of the programme will have achieved an increased level of competence and confidence within the Special Education pathway. They will also be looking forward to choosing the area of study for their MA dissertation and beginning to reflect on possible research methodologies for their dissertation. The Advanced Research Module (15 ECTs) will provide students with the opportunity to make and implement informed choices regarding professionally relevant areas of research for their dissertation and to do this with the guidance and support of tutors and peers. Lectures will take place online with some face-to-face sessions during September and October. Students use the remainder of the year to carry out research and draft material for their MA Dissertation.

Programme Outline
This MA is considered stage two with a Postgraduate Diploma being completed in stage one, leading to preparation for and completion of a Masters level dissertation.

Recommended Study Hours per week

Each 15 credit module holds a total student effort of 300 hours. Total student effort comprises contact hours, tutor directed study and independent study.

Examination and Assessment

Advanced research methods is assessed with a written dissertation proposal (maximum of 5,000 words). The Dissertation module requires the completion of a research dissertation (maximum of 20,000 words).

On-Campus Attendance Requirement

The Advanced Research module is delivered exclusively online in Semester 1, with the exception of one half-day on-campus workshop. This is held in late January, usually on a Saturday.
Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants require an award of H2.2 or higher in the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Special Education programme in order to be considered for this MA.

Fees

Total Fees EU: €4300

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Careers

The Masters of Arts in Special Education qualification enables graduates to become change agents within schools, other educational settings, and the broader education community by promoting and leading inclusive pedagogy through innovative evidence-informed practice underpinned by a research culture in inclusive and special education. Many graduates of the Master of Arts (Special Education) have taken on leadership and professional development roles within various educational contexts.