BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion program equips students with expertise in supporting disadvantaged groups in society. It combines theory and practice, fostering critical thinking and understanding of inclusive education. Graduates are prepared for careers in special and inclusive education, early years provision, and other related fields. The program offers flexible study options, including part-time and potential international placements.

Program Outline

BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion

Degree Overview:

Objective:

The program aims to equip students with the expertise and critical thinking skills necessary to work in special and inclusive education, supporting disadvantaged groups in society. It also aims to foster understanding and competence in working with children, young people, adults, their families, and service providers.

Program description:

• Combines theory and practice in special educational needs, disability, and inclusion.
• Analyzes current policies, procedures, and practices for inclusive professional and social approaches.
• Focuses on developing students' critical capabilities through analysis and synthesis of diverse perspectives, allowing them to justify positions on matters related to the field.
• Offers opportunities to consider various issues and perspectives surrounding disability, diversity, and inclusion.
• Incorporates work placements in educational and community settings, with potential international placement negotiation.
• Allows for part-time study, with additional options for flexible learning.

Outline:

Level 4:

• Explores the history of disability and the shift towards inclusion.
• Introduces fundamental concepts like disability, diversity, and inclusion.
• Examines effective communication and interaction.
• Explores the principles and development of inclusive education.
• Introduces safeguarding practices, multi-agency perspectives, and research methodologies.

Level 5:

• Investigates specific impairments and social and educational processes.
• Examines barriers faced by individuals with disabilities and explores social, physical, attitudinal, and educational changes for a more inclusive society.
• Focuses on individual development and collaborative professional practice.
• Examines research methods and ethical considerations for research with vulnerable populations.

Level 6:

• Interrogates personal values and outlooks regarding inclusive professional practice.
• Critically examines assumptions underpinning inclusive research and practice.
• Develops own research by investigating a critical issue related to social or educational inclusion.
• Explores pedagogies for inclusion and specific learning difficulties.
• Analyzes statutory assessment processes and the impact of legislation on inclusion.
• Explores critical issues in inclusion and contemporary challenges.

Assessment:

• Variety of assessments to support and test learning and progress, including:
• Presentations
• Essays
• Reflective journals
• Report writing
• Peer mentoring
• Work placements
• Small-scale research project

Teaching:

• Utilizes a diverse range of teaching and learning strategies to achieve success, including:
• Active contribution to lectures, discussions, and seminars
• Additional online consolidation activities
• Guided and independent learning opportunities
• Asynchronous discussion forums
• Individual meetings with module tutors
• Scheduled and non-scheduled learning and teaching activities
• Non-synchronous webinars
• Wider reading and research activities
• Provides formative feedback to guide student development throughout the program.

Careers:

• Graduates are equipped for various careers in the field, including:
• Special and inclusive education
• Early years provision
• Supporting children, young people, and adults with special educational needs and disabilities
• Working in educational and community settings
• Further study options include postgraduate programs in education or related fields.

Other:

• This program resides within the broader Education and SENDIS courses offered by the School of Education.
• Part-time options available, including evening study opportunities for relevant experience.
• Potential for international placement negotiation during work placement component.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

Location Mode Fee Year Home Full-time £9250 per year 2022-23 Home Full-time £9250 per year 2023-24 Home Full-time £9250 per year 2023-24 Home Full-time £9250 per year 2024-25 Home Part-time £3120 per year# 2022-23 Home Part-time £4625 per year# 2023-24 Home Part-time £4625 per year# 2023-24 Home Part-time £4625 per year# 2024-25 International Full-time £13450 per year 2022-23 International Full-time £14450 per year 2023-24 International Full-time £14450 per year 2023-24 International Full-time £14950 per year 2024-25