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Inclusion (Special Educational Needs) at University of Birmingham - UCAS

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Course summary

Our MA Inclusion (Special Educational Needs) equips you with essential skills and deep understanding of SEND policies and practices. This flexible, part-time distance learning course offers global perspectives and expert-led modules, enabling you to make a meaningful impact in inclusive education while advancing your career in this rewarding field. Drive meaningful change in educational systems and policies while making a significant impact on the lives of pupils with SEN. Enhance your career prospects by developing expertise and specialised skills in inclusive education, paving the way to leadership roles where you'll confidently influence practices and policies on a global scale. Pathways:

  • Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert): We also offer a one year, part-time Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits in total). This option gives you the opportunity to gain a specialist qualification at Masters level after just one year of study , or (on successful completion of the modules) to transfer to the MA Programme. For the PGCert, you choose from one of the first year pathway options and for those who transfer to the MA, this would constitute your first year of the three-year course. The MA Inclusion entry criteria, teaching and assessment all apply to the PGCert option. This course will run in a part-time mode, online for either 12 or 36 months depending on which awarded degree you enrolled for.
  • MA Inclusion: The MA Inclusion: Special Educational Needs programme is one of a number of pathways which investigate inclusive practice through multiple lenses and specialisms.
Why study this course at the University of Birmingham? The MA Inclusion (Special Educational Needs) offers a flexible, part-time study experience, perfect for professionals in diverse educational roles. Dive deep into the complexities of SEN with expert-led modules and critical research designed to provide you with advanced skills and a nuanced understanding of inclusive practices. Tailor your learning experience by choosing from an extensive range of optional modules, blending practical experience with specialised knowledge to enhance your impact in educational settings. Upon graduation you'll be confident and ready to advance into leadership roles or pursue further qualifications, supported by our expert tutors and comprehensive career advice.
  • Global Perspective: Gain expertise in SEN policies and practices with a global and socio-cultural focus.
  • Flexible Learning: Study part-time with a range of module options and distance learning flexibility.
  • Specialist Pathways: Choose from pathways in Dyslexia, Literacy, and SEN Coordination for tailored expertise.
  • Career Advancement: Develop advanced skills and insights to enhance career opportunities in diverse educational and care settings.
Career opportunities Our MA Inclusion (Special Educational Needs) equips you with essential skills to support children with disabilities across various career paths. You'll gain a deep understanding of educational inclusion and SEND policies, evaluate practice frameworks, and analyse disability concepts globally. The course also covers different SEND groupings, enhancing your ability to critique research and policy. These insights prepare you for roles like SEN coordinators, educational consultants, or positions in community and charitable organisations, advancing your career in education and care.

Modules

Please view our course page for a list of modules

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

How to apply

International applicants

Speakers of English as a second language will be required to hold an IELTs 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band or equivalent qualification.

Entry requirements

Normally a UK 2:2 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant area of practice or discipline. Vocational qualifications are accepted as criteria for entry to this course. Most students will have some relevant professional experience and all applicants are encouraged to gain relevant experience in educational, care or other professional settings before, and during, embarking on a programme of study.

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

For more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Inclusion (Special Educational Needs) at University of Birmingham - UCAS