| Code | ED6082 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time. See Additional Teaching Mode Information for more info. |
| Fees | €2000 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | 13/12/2025 |
| Venue | Hybrid delivery - online and in person components. |
| Credits | 15 |
| Start Date | 13/01/2026 |
Outline
Module Goal: To equip students with the theoretical and practical knowledge to integrate GCDE into their teaching practice or educational context, fostering an understanding of global interdependencies, social, political and economic justice, sustainability, and human rights.
- Global interdependence, sustainable development, poverty, global inequality, geopolitics, gender, war, financial justice, colonialism, the SDGs, food security, modern slavery and forced migration are explored as they relate to the educational context of participants. The module covers pedagogical approaches to GCDE, including skills development, methodology, curriculum design and assessment. It places strong emphasis on ‘transformative action for social change’, including through partnerships with local and international non-governmental organisations and communities.
Additional Teaching Mode Information
Teaching Methods:
| Quantity | Duration | Unit | Type | Mode of Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 2 | hr(s) | Lectures | Online |
| 3 | 4 | hr(s) | Workshops | In Person |
| 12 | 3 | hr(s) | Problem-based learning | Online |
| 2 | 2 | hr(s) | Webinars | Online |
Learning Methods:
| Quantity | Unit | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 140 | hr(s) | Directed learning |
| 150 | hr(s) | Autonomous Student Activities |
Practicalities
Weekly Lectures (12 × 2 hrs)
Tuesdays, 6:30–8:30 PM
| Week | Date | Format |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tues 13 Jan | In person |
| 2 | Tues 20 Jan | Online |
| 3 | Tues 27 Jan | Online |
| 4 | Tues 3 Feb | Online |
| 5 | Tues 10 Feb | Online |
| 6 | Tues 17 Feb | Online |
| 7 | Tues 24 Feb | Online |
| 8 | Tues 3 Mar | Online |
| 9 | Tues 10 Mar | Online |
| 10 | Tues 17 Mar | Online |
| 11 | Tues 24 Mar | Online |
| 12 | Tues 31 Mar | Online |
Problem-Based Learning Sessions (12 × 3 hrs)
Saturdays, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM (Online – 10 synchronous & 2 asynchronous)
| Session | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| PBL 1 | Sat 17 Jan | Synchronous |
| PBL 2 | Sat 24 Jan | Synchronous |
| PBL 3 | Sat 31 Jan | Synchronous |
| PBL 4 | Week beginning 7 Feb | Asynchronous |
| PBL 5 | Sat 14 Feb | Synchronous |
| PBL 6 | Sat 21 Feb | Synchronous |
| PBL 7 | Sat 28 Feb | Synchronous |
| PBL 8 | Sat 7 Mar | Synchronous |
| PBL 9 | Sat 14 Mar | Synchronous |
| PBL 10 | Sat 21 Mar | Synchronous |
| PBL 11 | Sat 28 Mar | Synchronous |
| PBL 12 | Week beginning 4 Apr | Asynchronous |
Workshops (4 × 4 hrs)
In Person – Four Workshops over Two Days
| Workshop | Date | Time | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| WS1 | Sat 7 Feb | 10:00–2:00 PM | Creative + Skills-based |
| WS2 | Sat 7 Feb | 2:30–6:30 PM | Creative + Skills-based |
| WS3 | Sat 4 Apr | 10:00–2:00 PM | Group Presentations |
| WS4 | Sat 4 Apr | 2:30–6:30 PM | Group Presentations |
Webinars (2 × 2 hrs)
Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 PM (Online)
| Webinar | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| WBN1 | Thurs 12 Feb | Webinar 1 |
| WBN2 | Thurs 12 Mar | Webinar 2 |
|
Type: |
Continuous Assessment Details: | Marks: |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 1 x in-module assessment 1500 words or equivalent (100 marks) | 100 |
| Assignment | 1 x 3500 words or equivalent as part of a group project. Group project is submitted within one month completion of the module | 200 |
Why Choose
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
| 1 | Critically analyse the principles and objectives of GCDE. |
| 2 | Design and implement GCDE-focused lessons, curriculum or projects/programmes relevant to their educational context. |
| 3 | Evaluate the impact of GCDE programmes in educational settings. |
| 4 | Apply research methods to study GCDE implementations. |
| 5 | Use multimedia such as creative arts and digital technologies effectively in GCDE. |
| 6 | Advocate for GCDE within educational communities and policy.. |
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree
Fees and Costs
- €2000 for non-UCC staff
- If you are a UCC staff member or UCC PhD student applying for this programme please email gertrude.cotter@ucc.ie before applying for the programme as there are a number of subsidised places available.
How To Apply
Please select the following options during your online application (once you have created your profile)
Start a new Micro-credentials application by selecting as below
In the application level tab select the options above and then select
and the programme you're applying for.
You will be requested to upload two documents as part of your application:
- Proof of ID
- Transcript(s)