AdvDipl in Visual Impairment Studies (Distance Education)
University of Pretoria - Faculty of Education
Key Information
Campus location
Pretoria, South Africa
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Introduction
This advanced diploma in Education underscores the importance of visual impairment education for teachers and practitioners who teach and collaborate with learners with a visual impairment. The qualification focuses on understanding visual impairment, in terms of low vision and blindness. The aim is to equip teachers and practitioners, in support of learners with visual impairment and also to enhance ongoing research in this field.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available, please visit the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Block 1
Fundamental modules
- Information and communication technology for teachers
Core modules
- Understanding inclusive education and disability as diversity
Block 2
- Understanding and teaching learners with visual impairment
- Supporting learners with visual impairment
Block 3
- Research and practice in visual impairment
Program Outcome
Total Credits: 120