During this two-year course, youll discover how to empower, motivate and engage children. Youll also explore the latest approaches to helping them develop critical skills, including how to understand, analyse and apply what they learn. The course is designed to help students give every child the best education and to challenge traditional, often limiting, teaching approaches. Our large lecturing staff are experts in their field and are very keen to support and motivate you in your learning journey.
Get ready for a diverse learning experience
Modules are delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops and outdoor classes, while assessments include written assignments, interactive oral exams, quizzes and portfolios.
Youll also undertake 24 weeks of placement in primary school classrooms in both mainstream and special education teaching settings. The first placement will be a staggered, supported placement where you will begin going out to the school two days a week, while attending lectures to allow you to discuss your evolving school experience with your lecturers. You will begin by observing and completing reflective tasks and gradually start planning and teaching lessons. This will culminate in a block of two-weeks of teaching.
Once you graduate, you can pursue a career as a primary school teacher or move into areas like educational administration, consulting, content writing, research or educational policy. Alternatively, you may choose to work in educational support services like the Professional Development Service for Teachers or the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment.
| Course Location | Glasnevin, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 9 |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Masters Degree |
| Awarding Body | Dublin City University |
| Course Duration | 2 years full-time |
| Entry Requirements | ENTRY PROCESS FOR DC970 Note: The Department of Education Entry Requirements for a Professional Masters of Education (2025) is available in Irish here and in English here Before making your application to DCU DC970: Candidates wishing to apply for the Professional Masters of Education (Primary Teaching) MUST take Teastas Eorpach Gaeilge (TEG) Level B1 Oral Irish examination. A minimum of 65% must be attained on this examination to be eligible to apply for the PME (Primary) programme. The TEG B1 Oral Irish examination dates for the Professional Masters of Education (Primary Teaching) 2025-26 are: 16th & 17th May, 23rd and 24th May 2025 For entry to the PMEP application process for 2025-26, the closing date for applying for the TEG oral examination is 12pm, 23rd April 2025 See www.teg.ie for more information. A successful result in the TEG B1 Oral Irish examination will be valid for two years before the examination needs to be retaken Applications for the TEG B1 Oral Irish examination are made directly through TEG. Further information can be found on the TEG website: o Leagan Gaeilge o English Version Further details on the application process should be viewed at the Next Steps section |
| Career Path | DCU Graduate teachers enjoy high employment success rates - 99% of DCU Institute of Education graduates are in employment or further education some six months after graduation. While most of our graduates will work as teachers in primary schools, others will pursue further studies in education and related fields, such as guidance, pastoral care, school leadership and management. |
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During this two-year course, youll discover how to empower, motivate and engage children.
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