Literacy Professional Practice

Are you a teacher keen to develop your expertise in literary theory, research and practices? During this two-year programme, you’ll develop your leadership and research skills, and explore a wide range of research-informed practices.



The programme of study draws on a wide variety of theoretical models and processes, perspectives, instructional models, curricular frameworks, and policies in relation to literacy.



Get set for a fulfilling career

Modules are delivered in-person and online, and consider children’s language and literacy needs in English and Irish. This part-time course offers flexible learning to accommodate working professionals.



As a graduate, you can pursue leadership roles in schools or national organisations such as the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment and the Professional Development Service for Teachers. You’ll also have the skills to work in third-level institutions, education centres, NGOs and organisations designed to improve literacy.



The Master of Education in Literacy Professional Practice (MEDLPP) programme is designed to meet the professional and personal needs of teachers and educators seeking to acquire deep expertise in literacy.



It is a research-to-practice based qualification which is intended for those who wish to interrogate the research base on the creative, aesthetic, affective and cognitive dimensions of literacy and to systematically test relevant theories and evidence-based practices and in so doing to develop new insights and ways of working that respond to the needs of children within their school and classroom contexts.



It will also support the ongoing development of key skills and dispositions in teachers relating to creative and adaptive problem solving, effective communication and ways of acting as agents of transformation and change within the system.



It is also suitable for those seeking posts of responsibility for literacy within schools, or leadership in literacy in other relevant educational contexts.



Course delivery is blended with a combination of classes online and face-to-face on campus.



Classes take place Friday evenings on Zoom 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm and Saturdays 9.00 - 4.30 approximately one weekend a month September to May

Two of the weekends are face to face on campus (one in each semester)

One module (EC908: Literacy across the Arts Disciplines) is offered as a five day on campus summer course

This programme is run on a cyclical basis, with the next intake in September 2025.



The programme will be open to qualified teachers. While it is primarily targeted at primary teachers, second level teachers who specialise in literacy would also be eligible. Other professionals in the education community with appropriate professional qualifications are also eligible. Standard entry procedures for international applicants and for applicants with disabilities apply.



Candidates are required to have a Level 8 qualification in education, at minimum H2.2. Relevant professional experience is desirable. Other professionals in the education community with appropriate professional qualifications are also eligible.



Due to the specialist nature of this programme, additional criteria may be used to assess suitability to undertake this programme. For further information, please contact the Programme Chair using the contact details above.

2 years part-time, blended.

This programme is run on a cyclical basis, with the next intake in September 2025.