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Structured PhD in School of Education Entry requirements

This Structured PhD is linked to education and related to interdisciplinary areas, and is a specialist doctorate with a student-centred approach.

Key information

EU fees per year €5,800
Non-EU fees per year €12,900
NFQ Level NFQ Level 10 Major
Duration Four years or five years
Attendance Full-time or Part-time
Programme type Research
Award Doctorate

The minimum entry requirements for eligibility are as follows:

  • applicants will normally have a minimum of 3 years' full-time professional practice or equivalent in an educational setting or related interdisciplinary area.
  • applicants will normally hold a Masters degree or a minimum of a 2:1 Honours degree, a higher diploma, or a postgraduate diploma in education or a cognate discipline.

Applicants who hold a 2:2 Honours degree, a higher diploma, a postgraduate diploma in education or a cognate discipline, or other qualifications may be considered under the University's regulations.

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