Diploma Digital Learning & Design : October 30th, 2025
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Next course: September 2026 (MSc)
Commencing late September 2025
About the Course
Ireland’s only Masters in Strategic Learning & Development, delivered by DCU Business School in partnership with the Learning & Development Institute, is
designed for ambitious professionals ready to lead L&D at a strategic level.
This part-time programme blends academic excellence with business relevance combining live online sessions, on-campus learning, and a Strategic
Consultancy Project with a real-world client. All participants receive free L&DI membership giving access to Ireland’s leading L&D network, events,
mentoring, and resources to support your professional journey.
Who is it for?
L&D Manager/Director
Change & Development Manager
Head of Talent Management
People & Culture Director
Programme modules:
- HR Analytics & Storytelling Leadership and Change
- Strategic L&D, OD & Transformation
- Digital Learning Design
- Contemporary Issues & the Future of L&D
- Personal Leadership & Management Skills
- Strategic Consultancy Project
- Research Methodology
Why do this course?
After successfully completing the programme, graduates will be able to:
Display an understanding of the role of an L&D Director/Manager
Display high autonomy and demonstrate expertise in your L&D Role
Understand how L&D programmes translate into learning impact outcomes for your organisation
Build engagement strategies with internal and external stakeholders
Develop strategies for leading L&D developments effectively through organisational change
Develop creative solutions to exploit the opportunities and surmount challenges facing L&D teams
Motivate and empower colleagues and external stakeholders to stimulate L&D activity and innovation to achieve organisational goals
Participate in discussions at a managerial level
Course Requirements
Candidates for the Diploma in Learning & Development Practice must:
- Be at least 21 years of age by January 1st of the year of application;
- Hold a Leaving Certificate/FETAC level 5 qualification or equivalent. (It is assumed that participants will have an underlying foundational working knowledge/experience within L&D and/or have at minimum a level 6 qualification in Learning & Development/Training or related area).
- All applicants whose first language is not English must have attained IELTS Level 6 or the equivalent TOEFL score
Are you looking to enhance your expertise in learning and development to drive organisational success? The MSc in Strategic Learning and Development at Dublin City University (DCU) is designed for professionals aiming to deepen their knowledge in talent development, learning strategy, and leadership in dynamic organizational settings.
Funding provided to eligible applicants by Learning & Development Skillnet.
Our MSc in Strategic Learning and Development is the only graduate programme of its kind in Ireland, an innovative partnership between DCU and the Learning & Development Institute, the professional body representing Learning & Development Professionals in Ireland.
Students on the programme are all eligible for L&DI membership as part of the fees for the two-year duration of the programme.
Course Details.
Looking towards your next step in your Learning and Development Journey ?
Then this could be the option for you.
- Start Date: 9th September 2025
- Duration: 2 years, part-time .
- Location: Dublin City University (DCU) campus with hybrid learning options.
- Ideal for: Learning and development professionals, HR managers, organisational leaders, and anyone aiming to influence strategic decisions within organizations.
Semester 1: (12 weeks)
9th September ; Lectures commence
20th - 26th October ; Reading Week
1st - 7th December ; Exam Study period
8th - 20th December; Exam Period Semester 1
Semester 2: (12 weeks)
13th Jan 2026 ; Beginning Semester 2
23rd - 28th February ; Reading Week
13th - 19th April ; Exam Study
20th April - 2nd May ; Exam period 2
Resit Period
Resit Examinations for Semester 2 : 27th July to 8th August
Funding Opportunities: Funding support is available for eligible candidates through Learning & Development Skillnet. For more details, please contact us at: info@ldskillnet.ie
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