Work Placement

Work Placement

In each year of the programme, you will undertake a structured work placement designed to extend your understanding of education beyond the classroom. This experience enables you to apply theoretical knowledge and content learned in academic modules in real-world contexts, while also drawing on and developing the transferable skills gained throughout the programme in a meaningful and practical way. Each year, focuses on a particular group of learners. In Year 1, students work in adult and community education settings. In Year 2, placements focus on adolescent and youth contexts and in Year 3, students engage in early childhood settings.

Placements can be completed in a setting of the student’s choosing, allowing them to align their experience with their educational interests. Across all years, students may choose placements that reflect particular areas of interest, such as social justice, arts and culture, or policy and practice, supporting them to explore different pathways within education.

In the final year, students undertake an eight-week internship during which they become immersed in an educational environment tailored to their interests and career goals. Previous graduates have completed internships in the Irish Film Institute, Dublin Zoo, ChildVision, Aisling Project, INTO, NCCA and Fighting Words.  

Work Placement Requirements

1. Valid Garda Vetting Disclosure
2. MIE Insurance letter
3. MIE Shared Vetting Agreement
4. Completed GDPR training

Supports Available During Placement

• Work Placement Coordinator (Years 1-3)
• Internship Coordinator (Year 4)
• Work Placement Mentor
• Pre-work placement workshops
• Extended library loans

Placements on the B.Sc. Education Studies