Transform your teaching and leadership practice into a master's qualification through our innovative work-based learning Master of Teaching. Our practitioner-focused MTeach program adapts seamlessly to your professional reality, recognising the expertise you develop daily in your classroom, school or college.
Professionals may customise their educational journey by selecting modules that directly align with their current work and future leadership aspirations. Our program is designed with your busy schedule in mind, allowing you to complete all requirements with full to minimal or no traditional classroom attendance. You may study in full attendance mode or by distance learning. Throughout this journey, you’ll never walk alone – personal tutors with extensive educational expertise will guide and support you from your very first day until graduation, ensuring your success every step of the way.
Unique aspects of the MTeach experience:
- Work-Based Learning: Complete your master’s through projects in your classroom or institution. A community of learners will be formed with some recommended contact points to suit your flexible study online. You will be given the choice to attend modules fully also if you wish.
- Flexible Pathway: Fully online, practitioners can customise modules to align with your professional goals as a teacher, senior leader, or FE tutor
- Practitioner-Focused: Apply learning directly to your daily work with immediate impact
- Personalised Support: Expert tutors and supervisors guide your unique learning journey
- Time-Efficient: No dissertation requirement, complete with project-based assessments including a final study within the workplace of publishable standard
- Attendance: Fulfill requirements with reduced or no traditional classroom attendance by working with a specialist tutor
How will I be assessed?
There are no written examinations. Modules are assessed by coursework.
Entitlement
A MTeach is awarded to students who have completed 180 CAT points at M-level. Students who have accumulated 60 points on the MTeach may graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate and those who have accumulated 120 points may graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma.
What Our Students Say
Listen to student Sally below:
Some current and past students share some insight on the course:
Adele: ‘I am currently completing my Masters at Stranmillis and I can’t recommend it enough. From the get go, the course offers you stimulating modules to really get you thinking. The guidance and support on offer from tutors has been fantastic and I couldn’t ask for a better experience. The collaboration with others through group work and weekly engagement tasks has opened up a whole new network for me that has really added to my Masters journey. Staff have been so accommodating and helpful and are always at hand to give support and guidance. A great programme for anyone wishing to embark on this journey’
Elaine: ‘Completing my Masters at Stranmillis was a wonderful learning journey. The modules are relevant and highlight current issues within education. It is a great way of meeting and networking with other professionals and peers. Stranmillis offers fabulous support from all staff. If you are thinking about completing your Masters there really is only one place to consider and that is the MTeach at Stranmillis‘
Listen to student Sara below:
Programme Specification
For full programme specification click here
Download the Postgraduate Studies flyer here for more information on all programmes on offer.
To be awarded an Master of Teaching, you will need to complete 180 CATs, which will normally comprise of four 30 CAT point taught modules plus a 60 CAT point final research study. Students who have accumulated 60 points on the MTeach may graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate and those who have accumulated 120 points may graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma. All modules below are 30 CATS unless otherwise noted.
STR7001 – EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE:DEVELOPING YOUR IMPACT COMPASS
SEPTEMBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
STR7004 – GLOBAL AND SHARED EDUCATION AND THE NEW AGE CONNECTED CLASSROOM
SEPTEMBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
SEN IN PRACTICE
Discover this transformative module designed for educators and leaders dedicated to meeting the needs of every child and young person in schools and colleges. Built around the latest SEN Code of Practice, this program emphasizes evidence-based, pupil-centered approaches for identifying, assessing, and supporting learners across the full continuum of need.
You will learn in partnership with leading specialist providers, key stakeholders, and sector researchers – ensuring practical expertise, current research, and genuine collaboration guide your journey. Lesson study is woven throughout the module, empowering you to reflect, collaborate, and refine teaching in real schools for real impact.
Our comprehensive curriculum covers all five major areas of SEN, spanning learning difficulties, behavioral issues, sensory and physical impairments, communication needs, and medical conditions. You’ll explore early identification, inclusive provision, and multi-agency collaboration, with a constant focus on pupil voice, parental engagement, and the principle that every child matters.
By the end, you’ll be equipped to champion the new SEN Code of Practice in your setting, lead innovative partnership working, and deliver the best educational outcomes for all learners.
STR7002 – ADVANCED TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT
OCTOBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
This module focuses on improving practice in school or college at various levels, through effective instruction and the matching of teaching, learning and assessment strategies to learner needs. It explores constructivist approaches, innovative teaching strategies, assessment as learning and highlights strategies to advance robust project and problem-based learning (PBL).
STR7020 – CAREERS EDUCATION 1
This module will support the practitioner who wishes to develop a Gatsby focused ‘Careers Education’ provision in school or college. This module will support the practitioner who wishes to develop a Gatsby focused ‘Careers Education’ provision in school or college. Module 1 focuses on Careers Education in Practice. It is suitable for teachers, tutors in FE plus Careers Advisors and Mentors.
The program integrates practical, work-based experiences and professional learning, to ensure meaningful, hands-on learning directly relevant to progression and employability. A range of examples of good practice will be shared: Career Ready, UK and NI Academies, UNESCO and OECD. Learners will cultivate adaptable skills for the dynamic world of work, including critical thinking, problem-solving, self-management, and collaboration, aligned with employer demands and the ‘skills and knowledge economy.
STR 7021- CAREERS EDUCATION 2
OCTOBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
Leading in Careers Education: Empowering Visionary Champions.
Unlock your leadership potential in careers education with our Advanced Careers Education module. This module is designed for current and aspiring champions dedicated to shaping outstanding learner’ futures. This professional development journey equips educators to drive whole-school and college transformation through evidence-based pupil/learner profiling and strategic planning across curriculum, pastoral, and community engagement. The module will delve into critical policy areas like work experience, mentorship, and widening access, building robust pathways that connect students with further and higher education opportunities. Join a dynamic learning community committed to continuous improvement and equitable, high-impact careers education for every learner.
EDC9090 – CHILDHOOD ADVERSITIES AND DISADVANTAGE
JANUARY 2026
The module provides an in-depth analysis of the critical perspectives associated with disadvantage, the impact on children and young people and the intervention role of schools and educational settings. It also examines policy and practice developments regarding disadvantage; the role of education professionals in recognising and responding to the factors associated with disadvantage; the significance of developmental neuroscience and global education-based preventative intervention; and international models of good practice.
STR7009 – LEARNING LEADERSHIP
OCTOBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
The module offers post-qualifying leadership support for those who are aspiring or current educational managers aiming to develop transformative competences in line with the new General Teaching Council of NI requirements (coming soon). Offering best practice examples from the practitioner team of current and past principals and middle managers who deliver the module, the programme of work will involve introductory skill development in areas such as: resilience and wellbeing strategies for schools/colleges, operational and strategic leadership, team and individual leadership through coach-mentoring and how to build communities of practice for shared and networked professional development at whole school/college level. A wide range of assessment methods will be employed including preparations for interviews and developmental tasks with a e third part of this module. Practitioners with leadership experience or aspiring leaders will benefit from developing new and enterprising ideas for classroom practices and/or projects. Some students will develop new ways to promote leadership within the curriculum, while others will develop a wider school-based strategy for enterprise education utilising effective leadership strategies and paradigms.
EDC7067 – SAFEGUARDING IN THE DIGITAL WORLD
OCTOBER 2025
This is an exciting new module to the programme for 2020/2021. In today’s increasingly online world, increased ownership of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets has resulted in 24/7 access to the internet. Despite the many social and educational benefits that the internet has brought, access to online technology has also exposed children and young people to increased risk, with parents and educators often at a loss as to how best to keep them stay safe.
The module will examine a wide range of issues relating to safeguarding in a digital world. Students will consider the balance between positive and negative technological experiences, and will examine recent national and international research into the online experiences of children and young people. Students will also learn more about the legal and policy context of digital safeguarding in relation to the misuse of digital technologies, abusive images of children, and child sexual exploitation. Attitudes of young people towards sexting will be explored along with relevant theoretical underpinnings.
Responses to digital safeguarding issues will be critically investigated including preventative strategies through the curriculum. The module will be relevant to all those working with children and young people, as well as those with a broader interest in education and technology.
EDC9071 – SOCIAL, BEHAVIOURAL, EMOTIONAL AND WELLBEING (SBEW)
JANUARY 2026
Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties can often be challenging. The module considers a range of topics including Developmental Trauma and Attachment; Social and Emotional Learning; Mental Health and Well-being; Positive Behaviour Management; and ADHD. The aim is to help practitioners identify underlying issues and promote pupil emotional health and wellbeing.
STR7013 – UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS OF SENSORY PROVISION FOR CHILDREN’S LEARNING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
SEPTEMBER 2026
The growth in the use of sensory supports in educational and non-educational settings has significantly risen since the Sensory Processing Difficulties was formally recognised as a feature of ASD in 2013. However, autistic children, young people and adults are not the only group impacted by sensory issues. A recent audit of sensory provision in NI (Beck et al.,2021) has highlighted a lack of practitioner confidence in evaluating sensory need and providing effective sensory provision in the schools.
This module, based on current cross-professional research, will explain sensory processing difficulties and their link with:
- Cognition and Learning,
- ADHD,
- ASD,
- Motor skill development,
- SBEW – Anxiety, Depression and Trauma,
and aims to encourage and support your active application of this knowledge in your setting, on a daily basis, at the point of need.
STR7003 – ADDRESSING UNDERACHIEVEMENT AND DIVERSITY IN EDUCATION: POLICY AND PRACTICE
JUNE 2026
The module will consider the impact of diversity, difference, disadvantage and learning difficulty in schools. It will explore appropriate literature to allow acquisition of knowledge bases and develop critical conceptual skills to decode and deconstruct prejudice. It will help students to understand and work with the contradictions of cultural life and will address models of deficit and low expectation that characterise the gap between traditional classroom materials and those used to teach disadvantaged students.
EDC9076 – HEALTHY MINDS, HEALTHY BODIES
JUNE 2026
The module explores the interplay between mental and physical health, the mental health needs of children and young people and the impact of mental ill-health on learning and development. Topics include: the neuroscientific links between adversity, mental health and wellbeing; bereavement, suicide and self-harm; childhood trauma, maltreatment and mental health; indicators of mental ill-health; and working with organisations to address psychological and physical wellbeing proactively and collaboratively.
EDC7024 – RESEARCH METHODS
OCTOBER 2025, JANUARY & JUNE 2026
Research Methods support you as a developing learning leader, offering guidance and mentorship as practitioners commence their educational study. Studies and projects will be supported in the area of educational diversity and underachievement, policy developments, teaching innovation and trials (individually and/or with teams), technology enhanced learning, peer learning, curriculum development and enterprising education.
STR7010 – RESEARCH STUDY (60 CATS)
SEPTEMBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
This module will provide students with an opportunity to apply their understanding of the steps involved in planning and conducting a research project, including models of best/next practice dissemination. This normally involves research into policy, teaching and learning and/or curriculum related projects.
All modules are 30 CATs unless otherwise started.
All Modules are taught online.
Listen to student Johnny below for more information:
Applicants will normally hold a relevant 2:2 Honours degree or above in a related discipline, and preferably a professional teaching qualification. Applicants who do not meet the requirements above may be considered on an individual basis, where there is evidence of relevant experience. Applicants may be required to attend an interview to determine their suitability for entry.
PRIOR ACCREDITATION
The degree recognises and supports existing professional development activities, whether these are part of induction, early professional development, threshold assessments or programmes of staff development and performance management. All students who have successfully completed a PGCE at Master’s level (within 10 years) will be eligible to apply for 30 M-level credit points towards a Master’s qualification. Candidates may also seek accreditation for completed school-based professional development activities. Application for credit transfer and exemption from module requirements must be made upon enrolment.
How to Apply
Tuition Fees
Module fees for 2025/2026 are:
| 2025 - 26 MEd /MA ECS/ MTeach | CATS Points | NI/ROI | GB | EU Other* | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rate per module | 30 | £1,217 | £1,542 | £3,584 | £3,584 |
| Dissertation Module | 60 | £2,434 | £3,084 | £7,168 | £7,168 |
| Full-Time Course | 180 | £7,300 | £9,250 | £21,500 | £21,500 |
*EU Other – Students from the EU (excluding Republic of Ireland), other EEA and Swiss Nationals and their family members.
Tuition Fee loans are available for Postgraduate Study via Student Finance NI.
Additional Course Costs
There may be extra costs which are not covered by tuition fees, which students will need to consider when planning their studies. Students can borrow books and access online learning resources from the Library. However, If students wish to purchase recommended texts, rather than borrow them from the Library, prices per text typically range from £30 to £100. Students should also budget between £30 to £75 per year for photocopying, memory sticks and printing charges. There are also additional charges for graduation ceremonies, examination resits and library fines.
There may be costs associated with transport and materials for your dissertation research project and additional costs for printing and binding.
Transform your teaching and leadership practice into a master's qualification through our innovative work-based learning Master of Teaching. Our practitioner-focused MTeach program adapts seamlessly to your professional reality, recognising the expertise you develop daily in your classroom, school or college.
Professionals may customise their educational journey by selecting modules that directly align with their current work and future leadership aspirations. Our program is designed with your busy schedule in mind, allowing you to complete all requirements with full to minimal or no traditional classroom attendance. You may study in full attendance mode or by distance learning. Throughout this journey, you’ll never walk alone – personal tutors with extensive educational expertise will guide and support you from your very first day until graduation, ensuring your success every step of the way.
Unique aspects of the MTeach experience:
- Work-Based Learning: Complete your master’s through projects in your classroom or institution. A community of learners will be formed with some recommended contact points to suit your flexible study online. You will be given the choice to attend modules fully also if you wish.
- Flexible Pathway: Fully online, practitioners can customise modules to align with your professional goals as a teacher, senior leader, or FE tutor
- Practitioner-Focused: Apply learning directly to your daily work with immediate impact
- Personalised Support: Expert tutors and supervisors guide your unique learning journey
- Time-Efficient: No dissertation requirement, complete with project-based assessments including a final study within the workplace of publishable standard
- Attendance: Fulfill requirements with reduced or no traditional classroom attendance by working with a specialist tutor
How will I be assessed?
There are no written examinations. Modules are assessed by coursework.
Entitlement
A MTeach is awarded to students who have completed 180 CAT points at M-level. Students who have accumulated 60 points on the MTeach may graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate and those who have accumulated 120 points may graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma.
What Our Students Say
Listen to student Sally below:
Some current and past students share some insight on the course:
Adele: ‘I am currently completing my Masters at Stranmillis and I can’t recommend it enough. From the get go, the course offers you stimulating modules to really get you thinking. The guidance and support on offer from tutors has been fantastic and I couldn’t ask for a better experience. The collaboration with others through group work and weekly engagement tasks has opened up a whole new network for me that has really added to my Masters journey. Staff have been so accommodating and helpful and are always at hand to give support and guidance. A great programme for anyone wishing to embark on this journey’
Elaine: ‘Completing my Masters at Stranmillis was a wonderful learning journey. The modules are relevant and highlight current issues within education. It is a great way of meeting and networking with other professionals and peers. Stranmillis offers fabulous support from all staff. If you are thinking about completing your Masters there really is only one place to consider and that is the MTeach at Stranmillis‘
Listen to student Sara below:
Programme Specification
For full programme specification click here
Download the Postgraduate Studies flyer here for more information on all programmes on offer.
To be awarded an Master of Teaching, you will need to complete 180 CATs, which will normally comprise of four 30 CAT point taught modules plus a 60 CAT point final research study. Students who have accumulated 60 points on the MTeach may graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate and those who have accumulated 120 points may graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma. All modules below are 30 CATS unless otherwise noted.
STR7001 – EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE:DEVELOPING YOUR IMPACT COMPASS
SEPTEMBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
STR7004 – GLOBAL AND SHARED EDUCATION AND THE NEW AGE CONNECTED CLASSROOM
SEPTEMBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
SEN IN PRACTICE
Discover this transformative module designed for educators and leaders dedicated to meeting the needs of every child and young person in schools and colleges. Built around the latest SEN Code of Practice, this program emphasizes evidence-based, pupil-centered approaches for identifying, assessing, and supporting learners across the full continuum of need.
You will learn in partnership with leading specialist providers, key stakeholders, and sector researchers – ensuring practical expertise, current research, and genuine collaboration guide your journey. Lesson study is woven throughout the module, empowering you to reflect, collaborate, and refine teaching in real schools for real impact.
Our comprehensive curriculum covers all five major areas of SEN, spanning learning difficulties, behavioral issues, sensory and physical impairments, communication needs, and medical conditions. You’ll explore early identification, inclusive provision, and multi-agency collaboration, with a constant focus on pupil voice, parental engagement, and the principle that every child matters.
By the end, you’ll be equipped to champion the new SEN Code of Practice in your setting, lead innovative partnership working, and deliver the best educational outcomes for all learners.
STR7002 – ADVANCED TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT
OCTOBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
This module focuses on improving practice in school or college at various levels, through effective instruction and the matching of teaching, learning and assessment strategies to learner needs. It explores constructivist approaches, innovative teaching strategies, assessment as learning and highlights strategies to advance robust project and problem-based learning (PBL).
STR7020 – CAREERS EDUCATION 1
This module will support the practitioner who wishes to develop a Gatsby focused ‘Careers Education’ provision in school or college. This module will support the practitioner who wishes to develop a Gatsby focused ‘Careers Education’ provision in school or college. Module 1 focuses on Careers Education in Practice. It is suitable for teachers, tutors in FE plus Careers Advisors and Mentors.
The program integrates practical, work-based experiences and professional learning, to ensure meaningful, hands-on learning directly relevant to progression and employability. A range of examples of good practice will be shared: Career Ready, UK and NI Academies, UNESCO and OECD. Learners will cultivate adaptable skills for the dynamic world of work, including critical thinking, problem-solving, self-management, and collaboration, aligned with employer demands and the ‘skills and knowledge economy.
STR 7021- CAREERS EDUCATION 2
OCTOBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
Leading in Careers Education: Empowering Visionary Champions.
Unlock your leadership potential in careers education with our Advanced Careers Education module. This module is designed for current and aspiring champions dedicated to shaping outstanding learner’ futures. This professional development journey equips educators to drive whole-school and college transformation through evidence-based pupil/learner profiling and strategic planning across curriculum, pastoral, and community engagement. The module will delve into critical policy areas like work experience, mentorship, and widening access, building robust pathways that connect students with further and higher education opportunities. Join a dynamic learning community committed to continuous improvement and equitable, high-impact careers education for every learner.
EDC9090 – CHILDHOOD ADVERSITIES AND DISADVANTAGE
JANUARY 2026
The module provides an in-depth analysis of the critical perspectives associated with disadvantage, the impact on children and young people and the intervention role of schools and educational settings. It also examines policy and practice developments regarding disadvantage; the role of education professionals in recognising and responding to the factors associated with disadvantage; the significance of developmental neuroscience and global education-based preventative intervention; and international models of good practice.
STR7009 – LEARNING LEADERSHIP
OCTOBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
The module offers post-qualifying leadership support for those who are aspiring or current educational managers aiming to develop transformative competences in line with the new General Teaching Council of NI requirements (coming soon). Offering best practice examples from the practitioner team of current and past principals and middle managers who deliver the module, the programme of work will involve introductory skill development in areas such as: resilience and wellbeing strategies for schools/colleges, operational and strategic leadership, team and individual leadership through coach-mentoring and how to build communities of practice for shared and networked professional development at whole school/college level. A wide range of assessment methods will be employed including preparations for interviews and developmental tasks with a e third part of this module. Practitioners with leadership experience or aspiring leaders will benefit from developing new and enterprising ideas for classroom practices and/or projects. Some students will develop new ways to promote leadership within the curriculum, while others will develop a wider school-based strategy for enterprise education utilising effective leadership strategies and paradigms.
EDC7067 – SAFEGUARDING IN THE DIGITAL WORLD
OCTOBER 2025
This is an exciting new module to the programme for 2020/2021. In today’s increasingly online world, increased ownership of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets has resulted in 24/7 access to the internet. Despite the many social and educational benefits that the internet has brought, access to online technology has also exposed children and young people to increased risk, with parents and educators often at a loss as to how best to keep them stay safe.
The module will examine a wide range of issues relating to safeguarding in a digital world. Students will consider the balance between positive and negative technological experiences, and will examine recent national and international research into the online experiences of children and young people. Students will also learn more about the legal and policy context of digital safeguarding in relation to the misuse of digital technologies, abusive images of children, and child sexual exploitation. Attitudes of young people towards sexting will be explored along with relevant theoretical underpinnings.
Responses to digital safeguarding issues will be critically investigated including preventative strategies through the curriculum. The module will be relevant to all those working with children and young people, as well as those with a broader interest in education and technology.
EDC9071 – SOCIAL, BEHAVIOURAL, EMOTIONAL AND WELLBEING (SBEW)
JANUARY 2026
Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties can often be challenging. The module considers a range of topics including Developmental Trauma and Attachment; Social and Emotional Learning; Mental Health and Well-being; Positive Behaviour Management; and ADHD. The aim is to help practitioners identify underlying issues and promote pupil emotional health and wellbeing.
STR7013 – UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS OF SENSORY PROVISION FOR CHILDREN’S LEARNING AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
SEPTEMBER 2026
The growth in the use of sensory supports in educational and non-educational settings has significantly risen since the Sensory Processing Difficulties was formally recognised as a feature of ASD in 2013. However, autistic children, young people and adults are not the only group impacted by sensory issues. A recent audit of sensory provision in NI (Beck et al.,2021) has highlighted a lack of practitioner confidence in evaluating sensory need and providing effective sensory provision in the schools.
This module, based on current cross-professional research, will explain sensory processing difficulties and their link with:
- Cognition and Learning,
- ADHD,
- ASD,
- Motor skill development,
- SBEW – Anxiety, Depression and Trauma,
and aims to encourage and support your active application of this knowledge in your setting, on a daily basis, at the point of need.
STR7003 – ADDRESSING UNDERACHIEVEMENT AND DIVERSITY IN EDUCATION: POLICY AND PRACTICE
JUNE 2026
The module will consider the impact of diversity, difference, disadvantage and learning difficulty in schools. It will explore appropriate literature to allow acquisition of knowledge bases and develop critical conceptual skills to decode and deconstruct prejudice. It will help students to understand and work with the contradictions of cultural life and will address models of deficit and low expectation that characterise the gap between traditional classroom materials and those used to teach disadvantaged students.
EDC9076 – HEALTHY MINDS, HEALTHY BODIES
JUNE 2026
The module explores the interplay between mental and physical health, the mental health needs of children and young people and the impact of mental ill-health on learning and development. Topics include: the neuroscientific links between adversity, mental health and wellbeing; bereavement, suicide and self-harm; childhood trauma, maltreatment and mental health; indicators of mental ill-health; and working with organisations to address psychological and physical wellbeing proactively and collaboratively.
EDC7024 – RESEARCH METHODS
OCTOBER 2025, JANUARY & JUNE 2026
Research Methods support you as a developing learning leader, offering guidance and mentorship as practitioners commence their educational study. Studies and projects will be supported in the area of educational diversity and underachievement, policy developments, teaching innovation and trials (individually and/or with teams), technology enhanced learning, peer learning, curriculum development and enterprising education.
STR7010 – RESEARCH STUDY (60 CATS)
SEPTEMBER 2025 & JANUARY 2026
This module will provide students with an opportunity to apply their understanding of the steps involved in planning and conducting a research project, including models of best/next practice dissemination. This normally involves research into policy, teaching and learning and/or curriculum related projects.
All modules are 30 CATs unless otherwise started.
All Modules are taught online.
Listen to student Johnny below for more information:
Applicants will normally hold a relevant 2:2 Honours degree or above in a related discipline, and preferably a professional teaching qualification. Applicants who do not meet the requirements above may be considered on an individual basis, where there is evidence of relevant experience. Applicants may be required to attend an interview to determine their suitability for entry.
PRIOR ACCREDITATION
The degree recognises and supports existing professional development activities, whether these are part of induction, early professional development, threshold assessments or programmes of staff development and performance management. All students who have successfully completed a PGCE at Master’s level (within 10 years) will be eligible to apply for 30 M-level credit points towards a Master’s qualification. Candidates may also seek accreditation for completed school-based professional development activities. Application for credit transfer and exemption from module requirements must be made upon enrolment.
How to Apply
Tuition Fees
Module fees for 2025/2026 are:
| 2025 - 26 MEd /MA ECS/ MTeach | CATS Points | NI/ROI | GB | EU Other* | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rate per module | 30 | £1,217 | £1,542 | £3,584 | £3,584 |
| Dissertation Module | 60 | £2,434 | £3,084 | £7,168 | £7,168 |
| Full-Time Course | 180 | £7,300 | £9,250 | £21,500 | £21,500 |
*EU Other – Students from the EU (excluding Republic of Ireland), other EEA and Swiss Nationals and their family members.
Tuition Fee loans are available for Postgraduate Study via Student Finance NI.
Additional Course Costs
There may be extra costs which are not covered by tuition fees, which students will need to consider when planning their studies. Students can borrow books and access online learning resources from the Library. However, If students wish to purchase recommended texts, rather than borrow them from the Library, prices per text typically range from £30 to £100. Students should also budget between £30 to £75 per year for photocopying, memory sticks and printing charges. There are also additional charges for graduation ceremonies, examination resits and library fines.
There may be costs associated with transport and materials for your dissertation research project and additional costs for printing and binding.