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MASTER OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
- Qualification
- Master Of Education Degree
- CAO/MU Apply code
- MH47G
- Award Type and NFQ level
- TAUGHT MASTERS (9)
- Study Mode
- Part time
- Closing Date
- 30 June 2026
Overview
T-M.Ed. ELM is part of the Future Leaders Pathway Programme. This top-up master's programme (Level 9, 30 ECTS) is for graduates of recognised postgraduate educational leadership and/or educational management diploma programmes. A minimum of a postgraduate diploma in educational leadership and/or management or cognate areas e.g. school leadership (60 credit, level 8 threshold) will be required for entry to the programme.
Note: there must be a gap of at least one academic year between completion of the recognised postgraduate educational leadership and/or educational management diploma programmes and application to this top up Master's programme.
The Future Leaders Pathway Programme is designed for teachers/educators at all levels who are seeking or who are already in leadership roles, as well as for those who are seeking to develop leadership skills in their educational settings. The programme is designed specifically to build your knowledge, competence and expertise as you undertake your education leadership journey. It is designed and delivered by experienced leaders, educators and academics from a variety of professional education roles. The T-M.Ed. ELM programme is a nationally and internationally recognised qualification from the National University of Ireland, Maynooth at level 9 on the NFQ.
Please see FAQ.
Course structure
Duration: 9 months part-time
Students complete two modules in order for students to be awarded T-M.Ed. ELM degree:
| Modules |
| ED684- Research Methods (10 credits) |
| ED685- Capstone Project (20 credits) |
Course duration: 9 months part-time
For more details on the course structure click here
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
Important: The information on this page is for prospective students, MU current students and staff should use Programme Directory.
Careers after your Masters
The Future Leaders Pathway Programme is designed for teachers at all levels who are seeking or who are already in leadership roles, as well as for those who are seeking to develop leadership skills/further their careers in their educational settings.
Entry Requirements
This is a top-up qualification for graduates of recognised postgraduate educational leadership and/or educational management diploma programmes. A minimum of a postgraduate diploma in educational leadership and/or management or cognate areas e.g. school leadership (60 credit, NFQ Level 8 or equivalent honours degree) will be required for entry to the programme.
Note: there must be a gap of at least one academic year between completion of the recognised postgraduate educational leadership and/or educational management diploma programmes and application to the new top up Master's programme.
Graduates of MU's past leadership programmes, i.e., Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership programme (HDEDL/MH61G) and Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Management programme (HDEDMG/MH59G) are eligible to apply.
Graduates from non-Maynooth University postgraduate diplomas in educational leadership and/or educational management programmes (60 credit, NFQ Level 8 or equivalent honours degree) i.e. from other universities are eligible to apply.
The Top-up Master in Educational Leadership and Management result will be calculated based on 30 credits only, made up of modules ED684 and ED685, see details of these in the module list below (Approved Academic Council December 2019).
Note places on the T-M.Ed. ELM are limited, so the closing date is provisional. There is a limit to the number of applications accepted, and places are allocated on a first come first served basis. The MU Apply application process will close when places have been filled and applicants should apply early to avoid disappointment.
However, we will offer a waiting list option. If MU Apply is closed and you are interested in applying for this course, please email anthony.malone@mu.ie and georgina.sherlock@mu.ie to register your interest.
There is no option to defer.
How to apply
Applications must be made via the MU Apply portal. Please click here to start your application.
When making your application, please ensure you upload the below documentation to your application prior to submission to avoid delays in application assessment:
- Full academic transcripts for all semesters/ years completed to date
- Graduation Certificate if you have graduated/conferred
- Evidence of your postgraduate diploma in educational leadership and/or management or cognate areas e.g. school leadership (60 credit, level 8 threshold)
- A copy of your passport
- Personal Statement (minimum 500 words on why you would like to study your chosen programme)
Applicants for whom English is not their first language are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study. For information about English language tests accepted and required scores, please click here. Please be advised criteria may differ for EU and Non-EU applicants.
Note: there must be a gap of at least one academic year between completion of the recognised postgraduate educational leadership and/or educational management diploma programmes and application to this top up Masters programme.
Note places on the T-M.Ed. ELM are limited, so the closing date is provisional. There is a limit to the number of applications accepted, and places are allocated first come first served.
Please email anthony.malone@mu.ie and georgina.sherlock@mu.ie to register your interest.
There is no option to defer.