This part-time programme is centred around three core areas: understanding the development of language and literacy learning; identifying and assessing specific learning difficulties and dyslexia; and managing curriculum-based interventions and evidence-based practice and support.
Gain skills to work at home or abroad
Throughout your study, youll explore the current conceptualisation of dyslexia and basic psychometrics concepts. Youll also learn how to complete literacy assessments in reading, writing and spelling, and how to create a personalised support and intervention programme.
The programme is accredited by the British Dyslexia Association (BDA), and youll be eligible for internationally-recognised associate membership of the BDA (AMBDA) on completion of the course. Youll also be awarded an Assessment Practising Certificate.
As a graduate, youll be sought after for roles in dyslexia assessment and specialist teaching at home and abroad, as well as disability support positions at third-level institutions.
| Course Location | Glasnevin, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 9 |
| Course Category | Professional Master’s of Education, Education & Teaching |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Awarding Body | Dublin City University |
| Course Duration | 2 years part-time |
| Entry Requirements | This programme is run on a cyclical basis, with the next intake in September 2025. Applications will be welcomed from primary teachers, post-primary teachers and other professionals in the education community who have completed registration with the Teaching Council. Applicants are required to have a Honours degree with a minimum of H2.2 with at least 3 years work experience in education/teaching. Candidates are expected to have good grounding and understanding of literacy and dyslexia. Standard entry procedures with disabilities apply. Due to the specialist nature of this programme, additional criteria may be used to assess suitability to undertake this programme. For further information, please contact the Programme Chair using the contact details above. International Applications International candidates are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to those outlined above. In addition, where such candidates are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language. For further information on international applications click here. Primary and post primary applicants must be registered with the Teaching Council of Ireland. |
| Career Path | On successful completion of the professional requirements of the MEd SpLD/Dyslexia programme (90 ECTS), candidates are eligible to apply for Associate Membership of the British Dyslexia Association (AMBDA) certification. With AMBDA status, the dyslexia specialist teacher is internationally recognised to undertake dyslexia assessment and specialist teaching. |
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