Course overview
Professional Master of Education (Art & Design) is a postgraduate (master's) course in arts, design & media at national-college-of-art-and-design in Dublin, Ireland. It takes 2 years, with intakes in September 2027.
national-college-of-art-and-design is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | national-college-of-art-and-design (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Dublin, Ireland |
| Course | Professional Master of Education (Art & Design) |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Arts, Design & Media |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Tuition per year | €14,500 (≈ ₹15.4 lakh) |
| Intakes | September 2027 |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 in each band), TOEFL iBT 90, PTE 63 or Duolingo 120 |
Interested in Professional Master of Education (Art & Design)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €14,500 a year, about ₹15.4 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly €29,000 (≈ ₹30.7 lakh) before any yearly increase.
NCAD non-EU fee for 2026/27 (schedule marked final draft); 2027/28 not yet published
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | €55one-off | ≈ ₹5,830 |
| Postgraduate acceptance deposit (international)Non-refundable; paid within 10 working days of the offer | €500one-off | ≈ ₹53,000 |
Living costs for Ireland as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at national-college-of-art-and-design for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Each master's has its own entry requirements on its course page; many need a portfolio, a statement of interest or an interview.
- Applications for most September 2027 master's courses open in December 2026, with a priority deadline in February 2027.
- Successful international applicants pay a non-refundable €500 deposit within 10 working days of the offer.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 in each band), TOEFL iBT 90, PTE 63 or Duolingo 120.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each band; one-skill retakes not accepted |
| TOEFL iBT | 90 overall (writing 21, other sections 19) |
| PTE Academic | 63 overall with at least 59 in each communicative skill |
| Duolingo | 120 overall with at least 110 in each subscore |
| Other evidence | A degree taught in English in an English-speaking country may be considered for postgraduate entry; results must be under two years old |
Intakes
This course starts in: September 2027.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in IrelandHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Ireland, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Certified transcripts in the original language plus certified English translations
- Proof of English
- Portfolio (studio programmes)
- Statement of interest or research proposal where required
- Two letters of recommendation for advanced entry
Scholarships
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES)
Master's
Value: Full fee waiver (tuition and registration) for one year; materials not covered
Full-time MA Art in the Contemporary World, MA Art and Social Action or MA Art and Health, with a full or conditional offer; NCAD can host two scholars. 2027 dates not yet published.
Official pageICOS Ireland Fellows Programme
Master's
Value: Not stated by NCAD
Students from eligible developing countries on the full-time MA in Interaction Design or MSc in Medical Device Design; check irishaidfellowships.ie for country eligibility.
Official page
About national-college-of-art-and-design
The National College of Art and Design (NCAD) is a public college specialising in art, design and art education. Its roots go back to 1746, when the Dublin Society took over a private drawing school, and the present college was established by an Act of the Oireachtas in 1971. It is a recognised college of University College Dublin (UCD).
NCAD teaches fine art, applied art, design (graphic, interaction, product, fashion, illustration, jewellery and textiles), visual culture and art education. At master's level it is known for graphic design, interaction design, service design and the MSc in Medical Device Design.
Similar courses
Arts, Design & Media courses at other universities in Ireland
- Master of Fine Arts in Fashion Designamerican-college-dublin1 year (full time) on the course details; check, as the page also says two years · €12,000 / year
- MA in User Experience Designdun-laoghaire-institute-of-art-design-and-technology18 months full time (three semesters) · €10,667 / year
- MA in Animationdun-laoghaire-institute-of-art-design-and-technology1.5 years full time · €10,667 / year
- MA in Design for Changedun-laoghaire-institute-of-art-design-and-technology1.5 years full time · €10,667 / year
- MA in Screenwriting for Film + Televisiondun-laoghaire-institute-of-art-design-and-technology1.5 years full time · €10,667 / year
- MSc in Interactive Digital MediaGriffith CollegeFull time; see course page · €16,000 / year
More courses at national-college-of-art-and-design
- MA in Interaction DesignFull time; see course page · €16,500 / year
- MA Graphic DesignFull time; see course page · €16,500 / year
- MSc in Medical Device DesignFull time; see course page · €16,500 / year
- MA/MFA PaintingMA 1 year full time; MFA adds a trimester · €16,500 / year
- MA/MFA in Art in the Contemporary WorldFull time; see course page · €13,500 / year
- MA/MFA Art and HealthMA 1 year full time · €14,500 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Professional Master of Education (Art & Design) at national-college-of-art-and-design?
The tuition for international students is €14,500 a year (about ₹15.4 lakh). NCAD non-EU fee for 2026/27 (schedule marked final draft); 2027/28 not yet published. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Professional Master of Education (Art & Design)?
The course takes 2 years.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 in each band), TOEFL iBT 90, PTE 63 or Duolingo 120. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September 2027. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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