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- Child-centred and active approaches to teaching are central to the Froebel philosophy and permeate the ethos in the Department.
- The foundation disciplines of Psychology, Philosophy, Sociology and History of Education form the theoretical basis for this degree.
- Education modules and school-based practice within a variety of placement settings feature across all 4 years, as well as a placement in the Gaeltacht for 2 fortnight blocks at Easter in second and third year.
- Graduates are eligible to register with the Teaching Council and are qualified to teach in primary schools in Ireland.
Career Options
- Graduates are eligible to register with the Teaching Council and are qualified to teach in primary schools in Ireland;
- Further training: Educational Psychology, Educational Management, Special Educational Needs;
- Other areas include volunteering in developing countries, authoring of educational texts, third level teacher education, civil service.
