University of Groningen MSc in Deafblindness
University of Groningen

University of Groningen

MSc in Deafblindness

Groningen, Netherlands

MSc

1 year

English

Full time

EUR 20,800 / per year **

On-Campus

* Dutch, EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA students

** for Non-EU|for EU/EEA EUR 2,530

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Key Summary

    About : The MSc in Deafblindness focuses on the complexities of dual sensory impairment. It covers various aspects, including communication methods, assessment, and support strategies for individuals with deafblindness. This program is well-suited for professionals looking to deepen their knowledge in this specialized field.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in various settings, including education, rehabilitation, and health services. Potential roles may include specialist support workers, educators, or researchers working with individuals who are deafblind. The program also prepares students for leadership positions that advocate for the rights of those affected by dual sensory loss.

Would you like to analyze and improve the possibilities of deafblind people? Then this is the program for you.

The Master's degree in Deafblindness (formerly: Communication and Deafblindness) is a unique program during which you acquire theoretical and methodological skills. These skills will enable you to analyze the impact of combined visual and hearing impairments (“deafblindness”) on development, daily functioning, and quality of life. You will learn to apply this knowledge in the contexts of research, assessment, and intervention. The program is especially interesting for those who are already working as professionals and who would like to expand their basic knowledge and research skills.

The program starts with the course Introduction to people with Deafblindness. In this course, you will learn about fundamental developmental processes, including topics like early symbolic communication embodied cognition and the acquisition of sign language.

After the introductory course, students receive coaching in methodology. You will also perform practical training and write a learner's report. In addition, you will carry out research and write a Master's thesis.

Why study this program in Groningen?

  • Only master program in the world focussing on people with deafblindness
  • Aims at providing insight into effective tools that assess and support cognition, social-emotional development, communication and language, and personal development
  • Tools acquired in this program are also applicable to other people with disabilities
  • students from certain countries are eligible for the Orange Knowledge Programme grant

Research Center on Profound and Multiple Disabilities

The Master's program Deafblindness is linked to the Research Centre on Profound and Multiple Disabilities.

Field of research

  • domains for research are concentrated on the topic of communication with people with deafblindness
  • research is also conducted in the field of people who are deafblind and have additional disabilities, or in the field of people with sensory and multiple disabilities
  • research lines are: meaning-creation, tactile communication, assessment, communication, and transition to a cultural language
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