Trinity Postgraduate Teaching Awards 2026

Aisling Sheerin, MFL Coordinator for the Professional Master of Education at Trinity College Dublin’s School of Education, was named the overall winner of the Trinity Postgraduate Teaching Award 2026. Selected from nominees across all faculties, she was recognised for her outstanding contribution to postgraduate teaching and learning. The award was presented by Dean of Graduate Studies, Professor Martine Smith, at the annual prize-giving ceremony.

11 Jun 2026

PME MFL Coordinator Aisling Sheerin was selected as the overall winner of this year’s Trinity Postgraduate Teaching Award, from nominees across all faculties, for her lecturing contribution at the School of Education. This award recognises and celebrates outstanding commitment to achieving excellence in postgraduate teaching and learning.

Earlier this week, the Dean of Graduate Studies, Professor Martine Smith, presented her with the award at the prize-giving ceremony (pictured below):

Aisling Sheerin pictured below with the Head of School, Associate Professor Dr Ann Devitt, and the Director of Teaching and Learning Postgraduate, Associate Professor Dr Keith Johnston: