Autism in Practice MSc

Queen's University BelfastBelfast, United Kingdom

Course overview

Over 83% of research submitted by colleagues based in the Education Unit of Assessment was judged to be ‘World Leading’ or ‘Internationally Excellent' by a peer review panel (REF2021). Students may enroll on a full-time (1 year) or part-time (3 years) basis. Full-time students typically complete three taught modules per semester and a dissertation module in the summer.

Part-time students typically complete one or two modules per semester and a dissertation module in their third year. The MSc is awarded to students who successfully complete 180 CATS normally comprising of six taught modules (120 CATS) and a 12,000 - 15,000-word dissertation (60 CATS) Students may exit with a Postgraduate Diploma Autism in Practice by successfully completing 120 CATS points in taught modules. Students may exit with a Postgraduate Certificate Autism in Practice by successfully completing 60 CATS points in required taught modules.

Individual modules may be studied as a short course. (CENG - Credit Earning Non Graduating). Please contact [email protected] for further details.

Closing date for this programme is Friday 31st July 2026 at 4pm. Late application's may be considered.

Key highlights

Over 83% of Education research rated world leading or internationally excellent (REF2021)
Six taught modules plus a 12,000 to 15,000-word dissertation
Exit awards available: Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate
Individual modules can be studied as standalone short courses

Entry requirements

Degree: 2:2 — 2.2

Scholarships

International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship
Year one award of between £2000 and £5000.
Up to £2,000
The Burdett Trust MSc Nursing Scholarships
For Home Students: Tuition fees £7,665 Stipend £10,250. For International Students: Tuition fees £24,295 Stipend £17,000
Vice Chancellor’s International Attainment Scholarship - Postgraduate Taught
Value: 50% of tuition fees paid for up to a maximum of two years.
Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

Autism specialist practitioner
Special educational needs coordinator (SENCO)
Autism support worker
Learning support teacher
Educational support officer
Autism outreach advisor

Cost of study

UK/Home: £7,700 (NI/ROI), £10,400 (GB) | International: £23,000

Admission

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