About the course

Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) have the right to educational support that values and respects them as learners and takes account of their individual requirements. This course will support you to develop knowledge and understanding of current policy and best practice, giving you the skills you need to ensure that children and young people with SEND can thrive in any setting.

　　The course will equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills that are essential for planning and delivering education to meet the needs of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within special and inclusive education settings.

　　You’ll develop an academic understanding of special and inclusive education. You’ll also develop your knowledge and understanding of inclusive educational theory related to pedagogy and practice, including knowledge of specific areas of SEND.

　　You’ll have the opportunity to analyse and evaluate the impact of national and international policy on special and inclusive education. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£15,000

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Huddersfield
Autumn (September), 2025	Huddersfield

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Huddersfield

Entry requirements for this course are normally one of the following:

　　A Higher National Diploma (or equivalent).

　　An initial teaching qualification from a recognised teacher education institution.

　　Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification with 120 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits (or equivalent).

　　Your qualification should be in an area related to education, for example the study of special educational needs and disabilities, children’s learning and development (including atypical development).

　　The qualification the University normally requires is an IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands) in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 87.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Huddersfield. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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