Education (Special Educational Needs) MA
University of BedfordshireBedford Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
This Master’s course is ideal for inspirational educators who want to transform the prospects of others. The course makes use of the latest policy and research to support you in making meaningful connections between your studies and your own experiences. You will have the opportunity to learn with leading educators in the field and will explore the complexities of inclusion.
The course has a choice of optional units so you can create a programme that meets your needs. We have well-established partnerships with more than 500 schools and other associated organisations across our region. This network is extended nationally and internationally through research activity, putting us in a strong position when it comes to understanding national priorities, issues and key developments in SEND.
The course covers a wide range of theoretical and practical aspects of working in SEND and is informed by recent research.
Key highlights
- Draws on the latest SEND policy and research
- Explores the complexities of inclusion with leading educators
- Optional units let you shape a programme to your needs
- Partnerships with more than 500 schools and associated organisations
- Covers theoretical and practical aspects of working in SEND
- Links your studies to your own professional experiences
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include related area
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
The University of Bedfordshire values its alumni and is proud to offer a scholarship worth 20% of your first year’s fees.
Up to 20% of feesPostgraduate Global Merit Scholarship
Our Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship is worth £3000 off the total international tuition fees for the course.
Up to £3,000Postgraduate Global Subject-Specific Merit Scholarship
Our Postgraduate Global Subject-specific Merit scholarships are worth up to £4000 off international tuition fees for the course.
Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Postgraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Special educational needs coordinator (SENCO)
- Special educational needs teacher
- Inclusion manager
- Learning support coordinator
- Educational consultant
- Education researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,000 per year | International: £17,900 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Bedfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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