Post Graduate Courses That Award: Masters Degree

EnviroCORE is focused on the development of biological and chemical environmental technologies that offer innovative solutions to environmental problems that support sustainable economic and social development. CORE Research Themes are: Phyto, vermi, and microbial technologies for waste treatment; Biomass production and biotransformation; Environmental bioindicators, biosensors and biomarkers; Environmental Modelling and risk.

The MFA programme is based around the idea of visual arts practices as inquiries into how we understand and interpret the world. Students are encouraged to reflect on their individual research pathway, to communicate their ideas effectively and to situate their work in relation to the spectrum of contemporary art discourse and practice. On this…

GameCORE conducts both pure and applied research that focuses on the areas of Games Based Learning and Gamification. The research centre also conducts research in the areas of Ambient Assisted Living, Big Data, and Cyber security. GameCORE has strong links with industry, and has been involved with numerous collaborations, primarily funded by Enterprise Ireland and…

What is the Masters of Science in Global Financial Information Systems? The Masters of Science in Global Financial Information Systems (MSc in GFIS) commenced in September 2012. The MSc in GFIS (Level 9) was developed in response to the current and future demand from the Financial Services (FS) industry, for hybrid finance-technology graduates with a…

HealthCORE research is focused on three broad areas within the domain of the health sciences and wellbeing: Mens Health; Rehabilitation and Health; Exercise, Sport and Heath.

This programme consists of six taught modules and a 20,000 word dissertation. Accredited modules include: Revolutionary Ireland, 1789-1803; The American Irish, 1850-1920; Irish Communities in Early Modern Europe; Science and Enlightenment in Early Modern Europe; Race, gender and ethnicity in the United States in historical perspective; The evolution of popular culture 1750-1950; Oral History: Theory…

What is the Master of Business in Human Resource Management? The MBS in Human Resource Management provides the student with the opportunity to greatly enhance their specialist subject knowledge, experience innovative learning methods and explore opportunities arising from innovation, change and business development. Students achieve this through participation in class activities and through involvement in…

IT Management has become one of the most critical management functions within any organisation. IT plays an increasingly central role in all aspects of business delivery, from customer service to product delivery, sales management, security, data management and financial control. This programme enables graduates to gain a deeper understanding of the business and IT management…

The highly successful Master of Business in Innovation and Leadership is a proven Masters degree programme that develops the leadership talent of managers to deliver significant business improvement in their participating firms. This programme has been developed by LYIT in consultation with business support agencies, major industry employers and employer groups. A key strategic justification…

This Innovation Management in the Public Service course begins in January each year. The next intake will be in January 2018.  The closing date for applications is December 2017. The highly successful Master of Science in Innovation Management in the Public Sector develops the leadership talent of public sector managers in order to deliver significant organisational…

The Masters in Innovative Technology Engineering degree aims to produce graduates with strong skills in critical thinking and with a creative attitude necessary to instigate future developments in the field of Engineering Technology. The student will attain an academic mastery in their specialisation field while developing a broad knowledge of other related fields and how…

This course is designed to prepare graduates to further their skills and education in direct applications of new and emerging technology for teaching, learning, training and/ or curriculum development. These graduates will be already working in the field of technology or in curriculum development/training in ICT, higher education, and/or a corporate business setting. WHAT ARE…

The MA Interaction Design is a one year full time taught masters delivered in NCAD in conjunction with UCD. The course teaches fundamental approaches, methods and tools related to the design of digital products, environments, systems and services with a focus on users, experience and context of use. The MA is studio-based with students engaging…

What is the MA in Interaction Design about? Interaction design focuses on shaping things for peoples use and behaviour and includes designing interactive digital products, environments, visual communication systems, and services. Interaction design is the synthesis and imagining of things as they might be, rather than focusing on how things actually are and is focused…

This is a unique opportunity to study at a choice of nine European universities and receive one joint degree, while gaining access to Europe’s top marine research institutes. As a student on this exciting Masters programme, you will have the opportunity to: Be part of an international student community Experience the diversity of European marine…

This two year part-time programme provides language teachers with professional and academic opportunities and actively engages language practitioners in a collective reflection on the processes of language learning and teaching. Moreover, the course mirrors current trends and debates in language learning in Ireland and in Europe. The course is open to teachers of Italian, Spanish,…

Award: Master of Science; Qualification: Level 9 Masters (MSc) Delivery: ; On-line/Distance Learning; Duration: ; 2 years; Attendance: ; On- campus classes three Saturdays of the semester; Start Date: September 2019 Enquiries: ; ulearning@ul.ie

This programme is offered jointly by faculty from the Department of History, Mary Immaculate College and the Department of History, University of Limerick. The programme meets the needs of graduates in history, or in related disciplines (e.g. Irish studies, human geography, archaeology, anthropology) who wish to carry out historical research, especially in relation to a…

The flexible, part-time Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Management (M Ed ELM) extends Mary Immaculate College’s strong commitment to the principle of professional development in the education system. The programme supports those interested in and/or involved with leadership and management in a multitude of educational contexts in gaining new skills and knowledge to…

This two-year, part-time M Ed in Religious Education will provide an opportunity for advanced study in the foundations, pedagogies, critical perspectives, contemporary issues and research in the field of religious education; enabling participants to reflect critically and creatively on the application of these insights to a variety of educational contexts. The programme, designed for teachers and…

Príomhghnéithe Sainaithníodh in go leor staidéar dúshláin a bhíonn le sárú chun oideachas lán-Ghaeilge agus Gaeltachta a chur i bhfeidhm go rathúil, go háirithe dúshláin a bhaineann le sealbhú na tumtheanga agus leis an gcleachtas oideolaíoch. Idir uathúil agus chasta atá an bonn eolais agus na scileanna oideolaíocha atá ag teastáil do sheomraí ranga an…

This new one-year MSc / Postgraduate Diploma programme has been designed produce graduates with a deep knowledge, understanding and experience of the use and potential of biotechnology in agriculture. Successful MSc graduates will have the know-how development of new plant products, such as e.g. functional foods, pharmacologically active substances and new industrial raw materials for…

This full time one-year MA Applied Linguistics course will appeal to a wide range of students, including present and future language teachers and those interested in linguistics, language studies and communication. Those applying for the course should have, or expect to have by the month of August prior to starting the course, a BA degree…

The Art + Research Collaboration (ARC) programme is a practical taught Masters delivered over 18 months in Dublin city centre. The programme connects art with many other disciplines and was developed in consultation with project partners Dublin City Arts Office, led by the LAB, the Irish Film Institute (IFI) and the Irish Museum of Modern…

This programme will preach art but teach commerce, training creative and entrepreneurial producers not how to make a movie but how to get a movie made. The MA in creative production is aimed at individuals who have a strong idea for a film, documentary, drama or TV series and want to learn the intricacies of…

ur Design for Change MA aims to give designers and non-designers alike an in-depth knowledge of integrated design strategies and the skills to leverage design in the pursuit of organisational change and sustainable innovation. The programme offers powerful, collaborative design skills which our graduates utilise to achieve co-created solutions which engage everyone and forge progressive…

This one-year production-centered course is for graduates of any discipline who want practical production skills in radio, online and television broadcasting plus a deep understanding of the broadcast industry today. You will gain hands on experience in our state-of-the-art TV and Radio studios from lecturers who are active in industry and you will get a…

The course is aimed primarily at Language Teachers and other language professionals. The Masters in Applied Linguistics aims to provide a broad-based course of study in language description (language systems: grammar, lexis and phonology), theories of Applied Linguistics, theories of Second Language Acquisition, frameworks for the study of discourse, sociolinguistics, as well as specialist research…

META takes a collective arts approach. This two-year part-time programme is neither an integrated arts programme nor a programme in any specific discipline. Students examine a range of practices in arts education in primary, secondary and other educational contexts; scrutinising practices in music, visual arts, drama, dance, literature and film education. They interrogate the theories…

Our Masters has been designed to meet the needs of educators and practitioners who support adults learners in their workplace e.g. Learning and Development specialists, role holders working in a Human Resources department, self-employed trainers, instructional designers or lecturers in higher education. Below are some of the benefits of enrolling: Master the various techniques to…

The MA in Journalism and Public Relations is recognized by the NUJ and is conducted on both a full and part-time basis over a 1-2 year period. The course concentrates on journalism and public relations from the perspective of a PR content creator and strategic planner who has an understanding of the media industry and…

The Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) is pleased to offer its professional development programme, Master of Arts in Learning and Teaching. This programme is open to all those involved in teaching, training and/or supporting learning.

MIC’s Department of Arts Education and Physical Education, in association with the Department of Music, offer this specialised Masters in Music Education. The degree involves an exploration of music teaching and learning processes from a range of social science perspectives and involves interdisciplinary studies in Education, Music and other related fields. This blended learning programme…

The Master of Arts degree programme in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Education is a two-year, part-time programme offering a focus on integrative and innovative approaches to STEM education through exploring socially responsive teaching and research informed by national and international developments in school and education settings. Key Features Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics…

This taught, 2-semester online Masters Programme programme is rooted in Irish traditional music while also exploring outwards into the neighbouring traditions which have impacted on Irish music. The programme combines academic research, performance practice and the latest technological methods and explores the musical, social and historical dimensions of the folk music traditions of many areas…

This taught, 2-semester online programme is rooted in Irish traditional music while also exploring outwards into the neighbouring traditions which have impacted on Irish music. It is performance- and presentation- based, with all material explored via personal solo and group music interpretation. Lectures and tutorials will be delivered online on a weekly basis with one…

MA in Global Cultures and Languages is a flexible programme that aims to equip students with advanced language skills in one or more areas and to develop their expertise in intercultural communication and cultural transfer. With a particular focus on training students for the global workplace, the programme enables students to take up an additional…

This programme develops a critical understanding of both classical and contemporary culinary technique and adaptation to the context of the student’s own environment. A focus on innovation and food development, as well as financial and management acumen, aims to equip students with the ability to further develop their management careers within a hospitality/culinary environment. Specifically,…

About the Course The MA in Journalism and Media Communications is Level 9, QQI accredited programme which runs on a full-time and part-time basis. The course is for people who wish to embark on a career in the fast-changing industry of contemporary journalism and media communications. The course has been designed with input from Irish…

About the Course The MA in Journalism and Public Relations is a Level 9, QQI accredited programme which runs on a full-time and part-time basis. The course is for people who wish to embark on a career in the fast-changing industry of contemporary journalism and media communications. This course is aimed at individuals who wish…