The programme is delivered over a twelve month period on a part-time basis.  Semester once classes commence in early September and continue to December with examinations taking place in mid-December.  Classes in semester two recommence in late January and continue until early May, with examinations taking place in mid-late May.  While there are no classes over the summer months, students will be required to complete a project at this time which is due for submission in late August.
 
Blended Learning
The programme is delivered using a blended approach, that is, a combination of distance/online learning materials combined with face-to-face tutorials and seminars. The online element facilitates the learning in tandem with the distance-education, hardcopy materials and periodic classroom contact. Students will be required to attend seminars on average once per month. Seminars will be held on a revolving basis at NUIG, UL and UCC.
A sample timetable is found in the download section for this programme.
 
Assessment
Modules are assessed by a combination of written assignments during the semester and a formal examination at the end of each semester. A selection of assignments will be group based. The project module will be assessed completely by continuous assessment and is ideally based upon a project carried out within the student’s own organisation.