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Professional Master of Education Graduate profile

Gain the skills and competencies to become an inspirational and innovative educator in post-primary settings.

Key information

EU fees per year €5,800
Non-EU fees per year €10,500
NFQ Level NFQ Level 9 Major
Duration Two years
Attendance Full-time
Programme type Taught
Delivery Blended
Start date September
Award Masters
Application end date 31 January 2027

This course can lead to the following sectors and careers

  • Second Level Education
  • Further Education
  • Community Settings

In this edition of UL’s Alumni Spotlight, we meet Mayo-born musician, educator, and composer, Ernestine Healy, whose multifaceted career bridges performance, leadership, and arts education. 

A graduate of University of Limerick’s  Professional Master of Education in Music and the MA in Irish Traditional Music Performance, Ernestine reflects on her time at UL's School of Education and Irish World Academy of Music and Dance and how the UL experience continues to shape her creative and professional journey.

Read more of Ernestine's Alumni Spotlight.

Ernestine Healy Professional Master of Education in Music Graduate

Ryan always knew he wanted sport to play a big part in his life. From taking an unconventional career route after graduating from the PME, Ryan takes us through his UL journey, where he discovered the possibilities in the world of physical activity and health promotion that led him to his current roles with Limerick Sports Partnership and Sport Ireland.

Read Ryan's Alumni Spotlight.

Ryan Meaney Professional Master of Education in with Physical Education Graduate

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