The National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)
The National Framework of Qualifications is the system used to describe the qualifications achieved in Ireland, classifying the level, class of award and type of qualifications.
Typically programmes offered at Higher Education are classified at NFQ Levels 6-10.
Knowing the NFQ classification of your degree is also useful when comparing your qualification from an Irish university with another Education system, e.g. The European Qualifications Framework.
Learn more about the National Framework of Qualifications
Summary of NFQ Programme Levels in MIE
In the sections below, please find a general summary of the NFQ Level of the various programmes offered in MIE. This information is adapted from the official NFQ website.
NFQ Level 6
The following programme offered at MIE is classified as NFQ Level 6
NFQ Level 8
NFQ Level 8 programmes are typically Honours Bachelor Degree programmes or Higher Diplomas and these is common for undergraduate programmes in tertiary education in Ireland.
The following programmes offered at MIE are classified as NFQ Level 8
- Bachelor in Education (Primary Teaching)
- Baitsiléir san Oideachas trí Mheán na Gaeilge (Bunmhúinteoireacht)
- Bachelor in Science (Early Childhood Education)
- Bachelor in Science (Education Studies)
- Professional Diploma in Education (Further Education)
NFQ Level 9
NFQ Level 9 programmes are typically those programmes completed at postgraduate level, such as a Postgraduate Diploma or Master's Degree
The following programmes offered at MIE are classified as NFQ Level 9:
- Professional Master of Education (Primary Teaching)
- Máistir Gairmiúil san Oideachas (Bunmhúinteoireacht) - Conair lán-Ghaeilge
- MES Christian School Leadership (Online)
- MES Early Childhood Education
- MES Further Education (Online)
- MES Intercultural Learning and Leadership
- MES Inquiry Based Learning
- MES Primary Mathematics Education
- MES Visual Arts
