University of Sunderland

MA Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion Full-time

University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The MA Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (SEND) is a flexible postgraduate degree ideal for teachers and educational professionals looking to deepen their knowledge and expand their career options in SEND education. It’s designed to support progression in a variety of educational settings or into related sectors like education policy or government. The course provides a clear progression route into careers where you can help achieve better outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

Throughout the degree, you’ll develop your ability to interpret, understand, and conduct research at master's level, as well as collaborate with others to form and debate your own understanding of SEND. Some of the industries you may be able to go into with this degree include: Please note, this course doesn't lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Key highlights

  • Flexible postgraduate study for teachers and education professionals
  • Supports progression into SEND education, policy or government roles
  • Develops skills to interpret, understand and conduct master's-level research
  • Collaborative learning to form and debate your understanding of SEND
  • Focus on improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — or above

Scholarships

  • We Care Postgraduate Bursary

    The We Care Postgraduate Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible postgraduate students.

    Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)
  • SEND teacher
  • Education policy officer
  • SEND caseworker
  • Inclusion manager
  • Specialist teaching assistant

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,250 per year | International: £19,000 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 Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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