Opportunity: New Masters in Arts Education Practice open to Artists and Teachers

Dublin City University
Deadline: 30 June 2025

Dublin City University (DCU) has announced a new Masters in Arts Education Practice open to Artists and Teachers. The Masters in Arts Education Practice (MEd AEP) is an innovative new programme designed for teachers, artists and arts education advocates, which takes a progressive approach to arts-based education and values a transdisciplinary approach, while honouring the distinct nature of each practice. The programme responds to the contemporary education landscape, and integrates professional arts practices and creative pedagogical practices.

• Practical Learning: Explore innovative strategies that bring arts experiences to life.
• Interdisciplinary Focus: Explore the role of the arts as a mode of inquiry, a pedagogical approach and an integrated, dynamic and inclusive form of learning.
• Real World Impact: Collaborate with arts organisations such as The Ark, galleries, schools and communities, to develop arts teaching and learning that makes a difference.
• Expert Mentorship: Learn from leading educators, artists and invited changemakers in arts education who share your passion for the arts, creativity and learning.

Start date: September 2025, part-time over 2 years.

Application Deadlines:

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the programme is full or until:
Closing date for EU applicants is 30th June 2025.

For more information, entry requirements and how to apply, visit dcu.ie/courses/postgraduate/institute-education/master-education-arts-education-practice