Course summary

This specialist degree is designed for people interested in, or currently supporting, learning and/or teaching in educational settings such as schools and nurseries, further and higher educational institutions, the voluntary sector, libraries or museums. The course has a strong special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) focus and is suitable both for general educational settings and if you are interested in or are currently supporting learners with SEND in specialist or mainstream settings. Firmly rooted in professional practice, you’ll be provided with the skills, knowledge and confidence to move from learning and teaching support roles into delivering and managing learning. All course materials, relevant sources and video recordings of sessions are made available online via our virtual learning environment. You’ll be taught by friendly and supportive staff, experienced in working with adult learners and with undergraduate students with disabilities, and with substantial professional experience in the sector, including SEND. If you are interested in progressing to a teaching role you may be eligible for the 'assessment only route' to become a qualified early years or primary teacher in as little as 12 weeks following successful completion of the degree. Lifelong Learning Centre support We know that as a mature and/ or part-time student, you may face unique challenges including balancing academic study with family and employment commitments. Whatever your concerns or questions, the Lifelong Learning Centre offers free specialist guidance, advice and support to mature and part-time students, from pre-application through to graduation and beyond. We’ll welcome you into the LLC community, where you’ll be taught by our friendly and supportive staff, who are experienced in working with a diverse community of students. The nature of the course allows you to fit study alongside your work and family commitments, and we’ll support you in doing so successfully. Specialist facilities As an LLC student, you’ll have access to dedicated study and social spaces that are designed to be welcoming and accessible. The areas in Beech Grove House and the Marjorie and Arnold Ziff Building (pictured below) offer computer access, reference books and the space to socialise and work with your peers.