Guidance Counselling

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The Master of Arts in Guidance Counselling is offered through the Department of Education and Professional Studies. The MA will contribute in a significant way to the advancement of professional practice of guidance counsellors within schools and other professional settings. It will focus on personal, social, educational and vocational issues through contemporary theoretical, political and practical perspectives in the field.

This one year part-time programme will be offered on the University of Limerick campus over three semesters. The programme consists of 5 taught modules and a final dissertation totalling 60 ECTS credits. The taught components will involve on-campus attendance, work-based learning experiences and supervision activities.

Objectives

To advance graduates of initial guidance counselling programmes personal and professional development and build on their knowledge, skills and competencies in the field.

Semester 1 (Autumn)

Advanced Research Methods
Advanced Counselling Theory and Practice
Practicum 1: Critical Perspectives in Guidance Counselling

Semester 2 (Spring)

Practicum 2: Case Study
Dissertation 1

Semester 3 (Summer)

Guidance Planning in a Variety of Settings
Dissertation 2

Applications are invited from candidates who possess a Graduate Diploma (minimum 2:1) or equivalent professional qualification in guidance. Applicants will also be considered for entry on to this programme in line with the University's Policy for Recognition of Prior Learning. Where demand exceeds places candidates may be required to attend for interview.