Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 July 2018
550. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Education and Skills if the decision not to approve a grant for an undergraduate course at a college (details supplied) will be examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33899/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe duration of the course in question is 5.5 years and is being provided at a higher education institution outside of Ireland. It is classed as a Long Cycle Master's Programme (9-12 semesters). The awarding authority assess and award it as an integrated masters course. This course leads to a masters qualification Level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications.
As the first 4 years are the undergraduate element of the course and the final 1.5 years are the masters element of the course, the awarding authority awards funding for the 4 years undergraduate element. Under the terms of the student grant scheme postgraduate studies abroad is not funded, even if it’s part of an integrated Master’s course.
