Education - Adult & Further Education

Mary Immaculate College

Course code
QQI level
Level 9
NFQ type
Level 9 NFQ
Duration
1 year full-time, 1.5 years part-time. Delivery Mode: Blended.
Attendance
Full time
CAO points
Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
Limerick
NFQ Level 9

Course summary

The Graduate Diploma in Adult and Further Education commences in September of each year and is available (1) on a full-time basis over two semesters or (2) part-time over three semesters. The programme is recognised by the Teaching Council as a professional teaching qualification for the Further Education sector. It includes modules on the theory and practice of education and lifelong learning (psychological, philosophical, historical and sociological perspectives), teaching, learning, curriculum planning, assessment and a substantial teaching placement.