MA in Leadership, Management and Innovation for Social Care
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Course Overview
This is a two-year part-time MA in Leadership, Management and Innovation for Social Care, which has been developed in consultation with industry representatives across the social care sector, to support the development of leadership, management and innovation skills by experienced, or aspiring, social care managers.
Participants will take all modules on the programme such as Leadership and People Management for Social Care, Management and Change for Social Care, Innovation for Social Care and Contemporary Issues in Professional Supervision for Social Care, amongst others. They will then build on their expertise in this field by completing a Research Project in their chosen area of specialism.
Please note: This programme is not listed on the Social Care Workers' Registration Board's Approved Qualifications Bye-Law and is not an entry route to register as a Social Care Worker.
What makes this course different
Become an innovative leader
The programme has a core strand focusing on innovation in social care practice and management.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme will be able to develop career pathways in leadership and management roles across a variety of social care, and comparable settings, in both statutory Social Care Manager, Deputy Manager or PIC across a variety of social care settings.
Course Delivery and Modules
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Year 1
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Year 2
Education Progression
Graduates may progress to further MA or PhD/Doctoral Level studies either via DkIT or elsewhere in the university or technological university sector.
Fees and Funding
EU Fees:
- Full-time (EU): €6,000
- Part-time (EU): €3,000 p/a
Non-EU Fees:
- Full-time (non-EU): €12,000
- Part-time (non-EU): €12,000
You may be eligible for financial support for this course through the Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) system. Find out more
Fees
€6,000
€12,000
Entry Requirements
Standard Entry Requirements
- Candidates must hold a Level 8 Honours Degree within Social Care or associated discipline, such as, but not limited to, social work, youth work, counselling, social science, arts and humanities. The award must be at Honours 2.2. level or above.
- The equivalent of the above, as determined by international comparisons and/or Institute Policy.
- Applicants must be in employment or have previously worked in a social care setting.
- Applicants may be interviewed prior to the offer of a place.
Non-Standard Entry Requirements (Recognition of Prior Learning)
Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements may apply for entry to the programme in accordance with the procedures outlined in the DkIT Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy. Learn More about RPL at DkIT
Due to the blended learning delivery within this course, students should have access to a PC / Mac, a headset with a mic, and a broadband internet connection from home, so as to be able to fully participate in the course.
How To Apply
Apply Directly to DkIT
Apply directly to DkIT using our online applications system. Please remember to upload the required documentation (copies of your existing qualification(s), your CV, any other support documents etc) with your online application to expedite your application. To avoid disappointment early registration is recommended.
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Disclaimer: All module titles are subject to change and for indicative purposes only. All courses are delivered subject to demand and timetables are subject to change. Elective Module options will only run subject to student numbers. The relevant Department will determine the viability of each elective module option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose that option. Students will be offered alternative elective modules on their programme should their preferred elective option not be proceeding. Award Options for Common Entry Programmes: The relevant Department will determine the viability of each award option proceeding depending on the number of students who choose either option. If the numbers for one of the Award options exceed available places, students for this option will be selected based on Academic Merit (highest grades).
