Accreditation & Academic Standards

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The New Ireland Institute is an independent civic-education organisation. Our programmes are currently non-accredited professional learning certificates that recognise a participant’s completion of structured training, applied civic-leadership practice, and skills development. These certificates are not equivalent to university-awarded academic credit.

Although we are not yet an accredited provider, all programme materials are designed to reflect Irish and international best practice in civic education, public leadership training, and micro-credential pedagogy. Our curriculum aligns with university-level expectations for clarity, research use, responsible AI practice, ethical communication, and clear learning outcomes. Teaching and assessment are grounded in the principles of the Good Friday Agreement, evidence-based instruction, and high standards of professional conduct.

As we launch our inaugural offerings, the Institute is actively exploring opportunities for collaboration with higher-education institutions to pursue future alignment or recognition pathways appropriate to our mission. This may include micro-credential frameworks, external curriculum review, or quality-assurance partnerships as the organisation develops. Any future accreditation steps will be communicated transparently and in consultation with partners.

Maintaining clarity about our academic status is central to our integrity. By being transparent about where we stand today — and intentional about the standards we aim to meet — we work to build trust with learners, partners, and organisations across Ireland and the global Irish diaspora.

For enquiries related to accreditation or partnerships, please contact: simon@newirelandinstitute.com

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