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    Professional Master of Education (Primary)

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    Maynooth, IEMEdIn-person2 years
    €14,560.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits
    €50.00
    App fee

    Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MEd program based in Maynooth, IE. Tuition is €14,560.

    About the program

    Two-year full-time program equipping graduates with knowledge and skills for primary school teaching, blending methodology and foundation discipline courses to connect theory and practice.

    Focus: coursework
    Times Higher Education (World University Rankings 2025): 501–600

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jun 8, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min iBT: 90 with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in every other section
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) in Ireland: for Level 9/10 (Master’s) up to 24 months total (initial 12 months, renewable for further 12 months).

    €6,175.00
    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 Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University is €14,560 across 120 required credits.
    Is Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University online or in-person?
    Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University is offered in-person.
    How long does Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University take to complete?
    Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum H2.2 Honours Bachelor Degree (Level 8)
    What work-permit options follow Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University?
    Post-completion work rights for Professional Master of Education (Primary) at Maynooth University: Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) in Ireland: for Level 9/10 (Master’s) up to 24 months total (initial 12 months, renewable for further 12 months).