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Applying for Postgraduate Entry 2025/26

Applications for Taught Masters, Postgraduate Diplomas, Certificates, and Research courses at Maynooth University are now open. Maynooth offers a diverse selection of postgraduate taught programmes. You can view our full postgraduate catalogue by clicking here. These pages provide details on programme content, career opportunities, entry requirements, application procedures, and relevant contacts for further inquiries about your chosen programme. To make an application please click here.

Help and Support with your Postgraduate Application:

For queries on postgraduate courses, please email us at- [email protected],

For queries or support on the application process, please contact [email protected].

English Language Entry Requirements

Maynooth University English Language Requirements

English Language Test	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
IELTS	6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band	6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band
Duolingo English Test (DET)	120 with no less than 110 in literacy, conversation and comprehension subscores and no less than 95 in production. (This lower production subscore applies to non-EU applicants only)	120 with no less than 110 in literacy, conversation and comprehension subscores and no less than 95 in production
International Baccalaureate	EnglishA1, A2, or B5atHigher Level (4at either Level if presenting IB through English)NOTE:Applicants whose school-leaving examinations are more than two years old should present additional proof of English	N/A
Pearson Test of English	63 with no less than 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section	63 with no less than 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section
TOEFL paper-based test	N/A	N/A
TOEFL internet-based test	iBT: 90 with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in all other sections	iBT: 90 with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in every other section
Cambridge Proficiency Cert.	176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English. Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)	176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English. Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
Cambridge Advanced Cert.	176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)	176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
Cambridge First Cert.	176+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English First Certificate, Grade A (CEFR Level C1)	N/A
ETAPP	C1 or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)	C1 or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
Oxford Test of English	140 with no less than 125 in each skill	140 with no less than 125 in each skill
Trinity College London ISE	ISE III with at least merit in each skill category	ISE III with at least merit in each skill category

International (Non-EU) student applications

The Maynooth University Postgraduate Admissions team reviews all Non-EU student applications. If you are from a Non-EU country and have queries in relation to your application, please contact the Postgraduate Admissions Team at [email protected]

If your query is in relation to Visa Applications and Immigration (excluding offer letters), Non-EU Scholarship Administration (excluding applications), Non-EU Tuition Fees, US Federal Aid or Agent Approval, please contact our colleagues in the International Office at [email protected] for further assistance.

More information on country specific and English language requirements for International applicants can be found here

Applying for Primary and Secondary School Teaching Postgraduate Programmes

Please find PME application documents below

Professional Master of Education Post-Primary (PME) Maynooth University Guidance Notes

Professional Master of Education FAQ's

Maynooth University PME employer reference form

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Recognition of Prior Learning

If you do not have a Level 8 undergraduate qualification but have significant relevant life and/or professional experience, you may be eligible to apply for admission to a postgraduate programme through our Recognition of Prior Learning Policy. Maynooth University welcomes applications from prospective students via our Recognition of Prior Learning Policy. Follow this link for more information on Recognition of Prior Learning: www.maynoothuniversity.ie/graduate-studies/recognising-professional-experience

Deferring your place on a postgraduate programme

To apply for a one-year programme deferral, applicants must have accepted their offer of a place through MU Apply. If a deposit is required for the programme you have applied for, this must be paid. The request should be sent by email to the academic department and to the Postgraduate Admissions team - [email protected]. Deferral requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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