Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Professional Masters in Education (PME) in Dublin 2 Ireland | Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
|
Dublin 2 Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught and Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
11,450
(c. USD13,221.66)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Professional Masters in Education (PME) serves as an essential certification for individuals pursuing careers as secondary school educators in Ireland and is recognized across the European Union. This program equips aspiring teachers with subject-matter expertise while fostering creativity, critical reflection on educational goals, and professional conduct in their practice.
By blending theoretical studies, foundational disciplines, and practical school placements, the curriculum delivers a unified, comprehensive learning journey across multiple educational settings. Research-driven instruction forms the backbone of this experience, encouraging teacher candidates to incorporate scholarly inquiry throughout their postgraduate studies.
Enrollment marks the beginning of a professional growth journey that extends through new teacher induction, probationary periods, and ongoing career development. The intensive two-year initial Teacher Education program represents the foundational phase - combining professional skill-building with academic rigor. A strong focus lies on mastering core teaching competencies, which students cultivate both during university coursework and field placements.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must be university graduates, with an honours Bachelor degree that includes, as a substantial component, at least one subject from the list of those taught at Leaving Certificate level in Ireland.
All applicants whose first language is not English and who have not been educated through the medium of English must present one of the following qualifications in the English language:
- IELTS: Grade 6.5 overall
- TOEFL: 88 internet-based, 570 paper-based, 230 computer-based
- University of Cambridge: Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2), Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 to be eligible (with no section score below 59)
Tuition
EUR
11,450