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Full time & Part time September MA 1 year full time, 2 years part time
Business & Management (5) Education (11)

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The MA Special Needs and Inclusion programme is designed to equip you with the theoretical understanding and practical skills needed to excel in the special needs sector. You'll explore the connections between theory, practice, and policy in social care, healthcare, education, and technology support for individuals with special needs throughout their lives. This course offers a stepping stone to leadership roles and further academic study. With a blended learning approach, including face-to-face teaching and online resources, you'll have the flexibility to study at your own pace. Assessment methods vary, and upon completion, you can pursue a career in areas such as SENCO/Inclusion Management or the voluntary sector. A good undergraduate degree is typically required, but we also consider applicants with relevant skills and experience.

About the course

The MA Special Needs and Inclusion will help you gain the necessary understanding, from a theoretical point of view, to become a more effective practitioner in the whole-of-life special needs sector. This course is designed to support rigorous and critical development by exploring the interfaces between theory, practice and policy for people with special needs by a number of social agencies (such as social care, health care, education and technological support) from before birth to death.

The MA Special Educational Needs and Inclusion is a distinct course designed to meet the growing need for professionals to have the skills and theoretical understanding necessary to work in different fields and across the life span.

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Entry Requirements

A good undergraduate degree (2:2 or above) and two supporting academic/professional references.

We recognise that some applicants may not meet these standard requirements, yet may be desirable candidates with other and appropriate skills and knowledge. In this case they may be offered the opportunity to complete an orientation module or a portfolio to demonstrate their ability to work at level 7. Applicants may be asked to attend an interview.


Fees

Government loans of up to £11,836 are available for some postgraduate Master’s courses for students starting their course from 1 August 2022. Loans are subject to both personal and course eligibility criteria.

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Where will I study?

Where is Canterbury Christ Church University
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