Course summary
What are the best approaches to support learners who are struggling with learning? What are the complexities of inclusive education in a rapidly changing world? How do we address the current barriers to inclusivity? Our MA Special and Inclusive Education (Online) course is designed to provide flexibility for professionals who want to increase their knowledge and skills in the field of special and inclusive education. Flexible learning allows you to fit your studies around other commitments, giving you the freedom to learn at your own pace. Throughout the course, you’ll explore the educational needs of children with labels of learning difficulties, intellectual impairment, physical and sensory disabilities, communication impairments, literacy difficulties/dyslexia, autism and SEBD/ADHD. You’ll critically analyse contemporary debates, theory, and research in the field to help you develop effective approaches and structures for supporting your pupils. You'll learn how to work collaboratively with teachers, parents/carers and different agencies, enabling you to make a significant impact on the lives of children. This programme is ideal for graduates, teachers, or other professionals who are interested in enhancing their knowledge and skills in special and inclusive education. If you have completed the National Award SEN Coordination, you can select modules from this programme to advance to a full MA qualification. Our online course offers a flexible and convenient way to enhance your knowledge and skills in special and inclusive education. It provides you with the tools and expertise to make a positive difference in the lives of children with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities.
Modules
The taught element of this course is made up of four 30-credit modules, plus a 60-credit dissertation. It can be completed over two years part-time plus an eight-month dissertation. There are PGDip and PGCert exit points.
Assessment method
Each 30-credit module is assessed by a 6,000-word reflective essay, research design or literature-based debate, a presentation accompanied by a 1,000-word commentary or an individual education plan. To complete the masters, you must achieve a pass of 50% on each assignment. The 15,000-word dissertation is an original piece of work and should be related to one of the selected modules on an approved topic.
Entry requirements
2:2 (or international equivalent) or a relevant professional qualification in education, psychology, teacher training or a caring-related discipline. Applicants with a degree in any other discipline must have relevant work experience. IELTS: 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
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