Msc in Learning Technologies

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Programme Overview

For this postgraduate course you can either Apply Online or download our application form.

This Masters programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills to play a leadership role in the development of information and communications technology to promote and support learning. The MSc will also help you to take a leadership role in applying technology to learning and training. You will learn the skills to apply best practice in e-learning and to promote technology based learning. The programme will enable you to strategically design, manage and evaluate innovative learning technologies in practical settings. The programme will include guest lectures from leading experts in international e-learning organisations.

Who is the Programme for?

The programme is for people who want to apply technology to learning and training situations and e-learning practitioners and people who wish to specialise in learning technologies.

Student Profile

Sgt. William Fitzgerald -“I was coming back to education for the first time in many years. I found everyone at NCI really supportive. The lecturers were really helpful and I also learnt a lot from the other students on the course. The material delivered covered the most cutting-edge technology. I work in the training area for the defence forces and the course al lowed us to ut i l ise the technology we have much more effectively. Doing the MSc has really helped me to progress in my career.”

Duration

2 calendar years

Schedule

Tuesday & Thursday 18.30 - 22.30 & Saturday 09.30 - 13.30.

Entry Requirements

A Higher Diploma in e-Learning (minimum 2nd class honours) or a level 8 award in a cognate area (e.g. Computer Science, Software Systems, Infomation Systems, etc) If deemed suitable, exemptions from some taught modules may be granted to students with a Masters degree. Candidates also need at least three years experience in industry, teaching, or information technology. The college operates a Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) scheme meaning applicants who do not meet the normal academic requirements may be considered based on relevant work and other experience. This may be assessed using a written application or interview.

Award

The Master of Science in Learning Technologies is awarded by HETAC at level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications. This award will allow transfer to level 9 research degrees and in some cases progression to taught doctoral programmes at level 10 on the NFQ. If you progress to the PhD in Technology Enhanced Learning, you are also eligible for a number of exemptions.

A review of this programme, which is required under our quality assurance procedures every five years, is due to complete in June 2010. This may result in some changes to the programme.

Programme Fee

Course Fee Listing.

Fees include tuition, registration assessment and capitation fees (Fees revised annually).

You can spread the cost of fees with our direct debit plan.

Venue

IFSC Campus, Mayor St, IFSC, Dublin 1.

Programme Modules

Year 1
Dissertation	E-Learning Strategic Management
Learning Technologies	Quantitative Methods
Research Methods

Start Date

Tuesday 21st September 2010

Programme Location

IFSC Campus

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