Marino Institute of Education

Education Studies - Leadership in Christian Education

The Master in Education Studies (Leadership in Christian Education) offers participants the opportunity to advance their study in education and to prepare for school leadership within faith-based schools. It is equally suited to those who currently have leadership positions and to those who aspire to such roles.

What is the Master in Education Studies (Leadership in Christian Education)?

The course provides the knowledge and skills necessary for leadership, management and governance in education. It uniquely offers a theological and spiritual background to help, support and develop a faithbased ethos within a school.

Who is the Course for?
This course is specifically designed for primary and post-primary teachers who wish to pursue leadership and management training for faith-based schools in a multicultural and pluralist society. It is also an opportunity to pursue their own academic and professional development.

What will I study?
In year one, students will study 4 discrete modules consisting of a common core module, and three specialism modules in leadership in education. In year two, students focus on an area of interest, related to Leadership in Christian Education within Education Studies. To facilitate this, students will develop research skills and write a dissertation (20,000 words) relevant to Leadership in Christian Education.

Early Exit Award
Upon successful completion of year 1, students have the opportunity to exit this course with a Postgraduate Diploma (Leadership in Christian Education).

Entry requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements
An honours degree (level 8) with second class honours or higher and at least three years teaching experience or equivalent professional experience. In exceptional cases students who meet the honours degree requirement but do not have the necessary experience may be considered for the course. Candidates may be shortlisted and invited to attend an interview and complete a written assignment as appropriate. English Language Requirement: IELTS Level 6.5 (or equivalent).

Duration

2 years part-time.

Number of credits

ECTS Credits: 90

Subjects taught

Module Listing

Year 1

Module 1

Introduction to Education Studies
• Pedagogy, learning styles and pedagogical tact
• Character, compassion, care, empathy and flourishing
• Well-being and critical thinking in education
• Postgraduate reading and writing

Module 2

Leadership and Theology
• Introduction to theology
• Christian anthropology
• Adult faith and leadership

Module 3

Leadership in Education
• Emotional and relational competence for leadership
• Psychology of leadership
• Group dynamics

Module 4

Leadership of a Christian School
• Legislation and governance
• Leading the sacramental and liturgical life of a school
• Leading a Christian School

Year 2

Dissertation Module
• Research methodologies and research ethics
• The research design process
• Research proposal
• Dissertation

Comment

Award Level: NFQ 9

Assessment method

How is the course assessed?
Assessment is linked to the modular nature of the course and consists of a variety of assessments in year 1, followed by a research proposal and dissertation in year 2.