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    Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs

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    Dublin, IEMEdHybrid2 years
    €16,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    90
    Credits
    €50.00
    App fee

    Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs at Dublin City University is a 90-credit, 2-year, hybrid MEd program based in Dublin, IE. Tuition is €16,000.

    About the program

    The program develops skills to critically investigate inclusive education through an individual research project, covering research methodologies like questionnaires, interviews, and data analysis techniques. It focuses on inclusive pedagogy, teacher self-efficacy, leadership for inclusion, and differentiation.

    Focus: research
    Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026: 301–350th (global) / Education Studies: 176–200th
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    September 2026
    Jul 1, 2026
    September 2027
    Jul 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Overall score of 92, with no section score below 21.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Overall score of 6.5, with no component score below 6.0.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months Third Level Graduate Scheme (Ireland)

    €6,475.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs at Dublin City University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs at Dublin City University is €16,000 across 90 required credits.
    Is Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs at Dublin City University online or in-person?
    Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs at Dublin City University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs at Dublin City University take to complete?
    Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs at Dublin City University is structured around 2 years and 90 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs at Dublin City University?
    Post-completion work rights for Education (MEd) in Special Educational Needs at Dublin City University: 24 months Third Level Graduate Scheme (Ireland)