MEd

Education

Learn more about studying Education as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    16,000EUR
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    771-780

Program overview

What Maynooth University says about their program:

This taught Master of Education programme is designed for those interested in the field of educational studies. Its flexible modular design offers the opportunity of completing a Master of Education Degree full-time, in one year, or part-time, over two or more years. It is a 90 credit degree with each module counting for 10 credits. In their final year students choose to complete either a thesis (thirty credits) or a capstone project (twenty credits).

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Scholarships at Maynooth University

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Fees

Maynooth University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Maynooth University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from €16,500 - €18,000 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    from €14,000 - €25,000 per year

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What is the cost of living near Maynooth University?

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€2,200
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€2,017
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€160
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€62
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€20
Monthly public transport pass€110
Monthly grocery basket€142
Coffee shop drink€3
Cinema or cultural event ticket€6
Gym membership€53

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from pt.numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Maynooth University

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Maynooth University.

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