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University of Chester
Special Educational Needs and Disability MA
University of Chester

Special Educational Needs and Disability MA

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER

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Study mode

Part time

Duration

3 years

Start date

OCT-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

Special Education (General) Literacy / Special Needs Teaching

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Our MA in Special Educational Needs and Disability will provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to become an advanced practitioner and leader of SEN in your setting.

Course overview

The MA in Special Educational Needs and Disability is a postgraduate course designed in response to a changing agenda for special education. Modules within it are varied and allow you to build a SEN programme to better match your needs.

Teaching methods

Teaching approaches are designed to engage you as a self-directed learner, and include lectures, group work, discussion, independent research, personal contextualised reflection, tutorials, and use of the University's Moodle virtual learning environment.

Assessment

Assessment tasks include essays, a small-scale practitioner enquiry, an analytical case study, a dissertation, and a professional portfolio with a critical commentary.

Job prospects

Previous graduates have been promoted within their institutions or gone on to work in others. Some have left to work independently and others to work in advisory capacities within the LEAs and other educational institutions. You wll also gain PGCert and PGDip awards in this course.

Modules

Dissertation
In this module you discuss: Exploiting previous knowledge of research methods and enquiry; Creating a research plan and timeline; Locating and contextualising the research within the literature; Undertaking research in accordance with ethical guidelines including the submission of the Research Ethics Application Form; Using an appropriate methodology; Collecting evaluating and interpreting data; Responding to changes in research intentions and outcomes; Writing up the research.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£2,325

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

£14,750 is the fees for full time and it is a guide to the part time entry.

Entry requirements

The course is open to graduates or non-graduates with professional experience. The latter will be invited for interview. If applicants wish to obtain the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCO) qualification as part of this award, they must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS, QTLS or EYTS) and normally be working in SEN, or aspiring to acquire specialist SEN knowledge and skills.

University information

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The University of Chester is a 21st century university which traces its roots back to 1839, placing it among the oldest higher education institutions in England. With a modern outlook, a strong research pedigree and guiding principles of supportiveness and inclusiveness, it’s an academic community that has stood the test of time. Today, it attracts thousands of students from around the world and is known for its commitment to helping students...more

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