Institute of Child Education and Psychology
Master Special and Additional Learning Needs
Master degree
DURATION
6 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
GBP 1,420 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* Price listed above is cost per module. Fees are paid on a module by module basis, instalment plans are available.
Key Summary
Both the University of East London (UEL) and ICEP Europe have a long track record in providing quality programmes in the field of special educational needs in the UK, Ireland, and internationally. This course provides expert knowledge to support educators and those working with the increasing diversity of children with additional learning needs in education settings on an international level. The programme aims to build upon participants’ existing skills and competencies, thus enhancing the quality of education for children and young people with special and additional learning needs in a variety of settings worldwide.
The international programme content is underpinned by the latest research in the field of special education, and ICEP Europe is at the forefront of research into best practice in education. Both UEL and ICEP Europe are equally committed to promoting inclusion for people with diverse needs and learning differences through the provision of the highest quality continuing professional development.
Course structure
This specialist SEN qualification is fully online and international in focus. It is undertaken on a part-time basis and is modular giving you real flexibility in terms of study and payment. If modules are completed in succession, students can complete the course in two years.
A suite of unique modules has been developed solely for this programme, designed to offer educators specialist, practical knowledge in special and additional educational needs. Participants can customise the programme to their needs by choosing the modules which reflect their specific interests and educational contexts.
The following modules are available to choose from:
- Inclusive Education: Collaboration and best practice.
- Autism Spectrum Disorders: Contemporary perspectives and best practice.
- Dyslexia and Literacy: Issues, perspectives and best practice.
- Applied Behavioural Analysis: Critical exploration and practice.
- Exceptionally Able Learners: Understanding theory, perspectives and practice.
- Understanding Behaviour: Theories, perspectives and best practice.
- The above modules carry a weighting of 15 ECTS credits (30 CATS credits). A further module on Research Methods and Dissertation (30 ECTS, 60 CATS credits) will be required when completing this MA in Special Educational Needs.
Awards:
- PG Certificate – Two modules (30 ECTS)
- PG Diploma – Four modules (60 ECTS)
- MA – Four modules, plus a dissertation (90 ECTS)
This is a modular programme so you can commence with the PG Cert and then progress to the Diploma or MA if you wish. This part-time programme can be complete alongside a full time teaching role.
Successful completion of the programme MA Special and Additional Learning Needs at ICEP Europe, leads to the award MA Special and Additional Learning Needs by the University of East London (level 9 Ireland, Level 7 UK).
The programme is relevant to both mainstream and specialist settings and the overall aim is to build the capacity of teachers and other professionals to respond effectively to the diverse educational needs of all learners, including those with special and additional educational needs.
There are no scholarships or bursaries available for this programme. However, many students get sponsored by their principal or other employer to underake this programme.
Who is the programme aimed at?
This programme is for all those, both in Ireland, the UK and internationally, who are interested in Special and Additional Learning Needs, and those who have achieved a National Award in Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCo) and want to progress to an MA qualification. This programme is also particularly suitable for teachers, psychologists, and other allied professionals working in educational settings who wish to deepen and extend their existing knowledge of inclusive education and evidence-based approaches in order to respond effectively to the needs of their students.
The programme will provide participants with the capacity to meet legislative requirements for pupils with SEN and to meet the specific and general needs of learners. The programme supports the development of the SENCo role and provides opportunities to specialise in specific areas of SEN.
The MA/ PG Dip/ PG Cert Special and Additional Learning Needs offers you a graduate qualification that will enhance your career prospects and professional knowledge in the field of special and additional education. The programme provides you with the expertise and skills required to pursue a career in SEN, including teaching or consultancy, inclusion work, education journalism, management, youth/social work and employment with non-governmental organisations (NGOs), as well as developing your personal skills and academic knowledge. The programme also supports those working in the UK and internationally who are interested in further training in fields such as psychotherapy, childcare, or developing an academic career in the field of SEND and inclusion. The programme also supports the development of the SENCo role and provides opportunities to specialise in specific areas of SEN.