About the course

The Watson College of Education offers a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Special Education (K-12) for students interested in teaching students with exceptionalities. Special Education majors select from two instructionally-oriented tracks: Adapted Curriculum or General Curriculum. Many of the courses in the university studies and professional studies are similar, however, the specialty area courses for adapted and general curriculum are different. Students in the program also will have the opportunity to gain skills and knowledge in assistive technology, teaching academic skills to diverse learners, instructional design, classroom management, collaboration, and applied research.

　　The Special Education General Curriculum track prepares teachers to provide instruction and behavior supports to assist students with learning and behavioral disabilities(high-incidence disabilities) who are enrolled in the general education curriculum. Among the most common learning problems these students experience are learning disabilities, mild intellectual disabilities, and behavior problems. Training includes individual and small group instruction for students with disabilities who are achieving below grade level in basic skills, implementation of positive behavior supports for students with disabilities and collaboration with general education teachers. This program leads to a B.A. degree and licensure in General Special Education (K_12). In addition, Special Education majors who complete the four-year General Curriculum Program are also eligible for licensure in Elementary Education by passing the required licensure test for both Special Education and Elementary Education. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$74,032

Intake	Location
Summer (May), 2023	Wilmington
Spring (January), 2024	Wilmington
Fall (August), 2024	Wilmington
Spring (January), 2025	Wilmington
Fall (August), 2025	Wilmington
Spring (January), 2026	Wilmington

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of North Carolina - Wilmington

An official transcript, translated into English (translation must be certified), of grades from secondary school. Transcripts from schools outside the U.S. must be original or certified true copies, with original signatures on all transcripts and English translations. A minimum 2.5 GPA on a U.S. scale of 4.0 is required, An SAT Reasoning Test critical reading score of 490 or higher, or an ACT minimum score of 20 on the Reading subsection may be submitted. TOEFL - minimum score of 71 on the Internet-based exam. IELTS - minimum score of 6.0 on the academic module.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 71.0

　　

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