Taught Programmes

Course details

Graduate taught programmes, such as Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas or taught MA or MSc programmes, the majority of the programmes will consist of taught modules, often with the addition of a large thesis or dissertation module for Master's level programmes.

Taught graduate programmes have associated levels assigned to them in accordance with the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications).

Higher Diploma - Level 8 (60 Credits)

The Higher Diploma is normally awarded following completion of a programme of 1 year duration. Progress and transfer routes include transferring to programmes leading to Masters degree/Postgraduate Diploma. These are often referred to as conversion programmes as they allow the student to gain knowledge in an area not covered by their undergraduate degree.

Graduate Diploma - Level 9 (60-80 Credits)

The Graduate Diploma is normally awarded following completion of a programme of 1 year duration. Progression and transfer routes include exemptions from a programme leading to a Masters Degree or in certain instances it can be offered as a completely separate programme.

Masters - Level 9 (90-120 Credits)

The taught Masters Degree is awarded following completion of a programme of one to two years duration. Some of the progression and transfer routes include progression to programmes leading to Doctoral degrees.