Education and Training Management (eLearning)

Entry requirements

Applicants must have a good honours degree (minimum 2.2) with three years substantial experience working in a recognised education/training environment.

In certain circumstances, applicants not possessing the above qualifications may be considered if they are able to present, at interview, evidence of professional experience and responsibility in a relevant area of work, and high-level interest in the research literature relevant to one of the themes highlighted in the programme. Such applicants will be required to submit a written assignment or portfolio prior to interview.

Candidates should note that an interview is part of the selection process for this programme. Shortlisted candidates are expected to be available for interview. Interview slots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. It is not possible to accommodate other interview dates.

Months of entry

September

Course content

DCU’s Institute of Education is Ireland’s leading faculty for education and training offering programmes from teacher education through to professional development and skills.

The MSc in Education and Training Management (eLearning) is designed to support students from a range of backgrounds including education environments, the wider public sector, or within professional education and training in private industry settings.

Across this two-year, flexible, part-time programme, students develop the practical skillset required to spearhead innovative pedagogical practices and strategies, underpinned by a deep understanding of the theories of learning and philosophies of education.

The collaborative nature of this MSc in Education and Training Management (eLearning) empowers students to learn with and from each other as they explore topics including emerging technologies, mastering multimedia for content creation, digital creativity in the workplace, AI transformation, and entrepreneurship in education.

Modules are offered both face-to-face and through digital platforms, complemented by social networking events which encourage students to engage in discussions and exchange ideas.

In the past, this programme has welcomed students from across the education sector, as well as a range of other industries including health, finance, aviation and technology.