
ATU - Mayo Campus
Transformative Practices in Equality Diversity & Inclusion - Mayo
This programme aims to respond to the requirement to understand a socially diverse and multi-cultural Ireland. It seeks to enhance the skills of learners so that they may be culturally, socially, and emotionally competent in equality, diversity, and inclusion practices. It also sets out to support learners to engage in transformative practice so that difference and inclusion can be rendered visible and celebrated in the framework of a positive affirmation of human diversity.
Who should apply?
The programme is designed to develop graduates who primarily will work in equality, diversity and inclusion related fields, but is also suitable for those seeking a broad understanding of contemporary equality and diversity issues.
Subjects taught
What will I study?
Postgraduate Certificate:
Creative Pedagogy and Research
Collective Transformation
Law, Policy and Activism
Histories of Inequality
Master of Arts:
Community Engagement
Preparation for Research/Action Project
Power and knowledge
Contemporary Issues in Equality
Diversity and Inclusion
Research / Action Project
Entry requirements
Applicants must submit a personal statement outlining why they wish to undertake the programme. In the event of a surplus number of applicants, the personal statement will form the basis for selection of offers. Ideally, applicants will hold a Level 8 degree at H2.2 in any discipline.
Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes.
Application dates
Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.
For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.
Duration
2 years part-time blended delivery.
Study Hours
Live online lectures will take place over two half-days from 2pm until 6pm over the course of the academic year. The residential sessions will occur in week 6 and week 10 of each semester. It is recommended that students should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5 credit module for their studies.
On-Campus Attendance
Two residential sessions per semester.
Post Course Info
Progression Pathways
Many of our Masters programmes are structured in a way that includes recognised entry and exit awards. This means that you can apply for part of Masters first and learn at your own pace or if you are unable to complete the full programme, you can still gain a recognised qualification. Our entry and exit awards typically include Postgraduate Certificate award and a Postgraduate Diploma award.
More details
Qualification letters
MA
Qualifications
Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
Attendance type
Blended,Part time
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