Online
32 months
FEB-25
MA - Master of Arts
Special Education (General) Integrated Education (General)
Taught
Course overview
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.
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Full time fee: £9,700 per year. If you are studying part-time, you will be charged a proportion of this fee each year (subject to inflation).
Full time fee: £14,700 per year. If you are studying part-time, you will be charged a proportion of this fee each year (subject to inflation).
2:2 (or international equivalent) or a relevant professional qualification in education, psychology, teacher training or a caring-related discipline
The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education. It ranks in the top 20 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2024). It is also a research-intensive university and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, making it a superb place to study for a postgraduate qualification. In addition to being one of the world’s top 100...more
Full time | 12 months | SEP-25