Inclusion (SLD/PMLD)
Entry requirements
Normally a UK 2:2 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant area of practice or discipline. Vocational qualifications are accepted as criteria for entry to this course.
Most students will have some relevant professional experience and all applicants are encouraged to gain relevant experience in educational, care or other professional settings before, and during, embarking on a programme of study.
Speakers of English as a second language will be required to hold an IELTs 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each band or equivalent qualification.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Our MA Inclusion (SLD/PMLD) offers a flexible, online learning experience tailored for professionals supporting individuals with severe and profound and multiple learning disabilities. Develop expertise in specialist inclusive practices and educational policies through a comprehensive, part-time course with a choice of modules and a focus on collaborative approaches to meet diverse needs.
Position yourself at the forefront of of meeting the needs of individuals with severe and profound and multiple learning disabilities. Study with us and develop advanced knowledge as well as practical skills that will enhance your career prospects and prepare you for impactful roles in supporting individuals with severe and profound learning disabilities.
The MA Inclusion is a flexible, part-time course for those who want to make a difference to the lives of children, young people and adults with diverse needs. It has been designed for teachers and other educational and care professionals working in a range of national and international settings.
Our approach will enable you to investigate inclusive practice through multiple lenses and to embrace cultural, linguistic and developmental diversity. You will be able to choose module options from across an unrivalled range of provision in Inclusive Education within the School of Education at the University of Birmingham.
The MA Inclusion is made up of 180 credits which consists of 3 compulsory taught modules (60 credits) in the named pathway, a number of optional modules (60 credits) and a 60 credit dissertation. Successful completion of the 180 credits leads to the award of MA Inclusion.
Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert)
We also offer a one year, part-time Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits in total). This option gives you the opportunity to gain a specialist qualification at Masters level after just one year of study , or (on successful completion of the modules) to transfer to the MA Programme. For the PGCert, you choose from one of the first year pathway options and for those who transfer to the MA, this would constitute your first year of the three-year course. The MA Inclusion entry criteria, teaching and assessment all apply to the PGCert option.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA
- part time36 months
- Online learningis available for this qualification
- PGCert
- part time12 months
- Online learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Enquiries
- soe-inclusion@contacts.bham.ac.uk