BA (Hons) Education, Special Educational Needs, and Inclusion at University of East Anglia

Study inclusive education from different perspectives and explore how people with diverse learning needs learn. Gain real-world experience through placements and partnerships, supporting learners of all ages. You’ll study SEND and inclusive education from social, psychological, cultural, political, and policy perspectives.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Education and Lifelong Learning  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with year abroad  |  Study mode: full-time (year abroad available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll begin your degree by establishing a solid foundation in the major theories, concepts, and issues in education. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Studying in Higher Education: (re)constructing Learner Identities, Global Education, Digital Learning and Society, Educational Theory and Practice. Year 2: Research and Learning From Experience, Inclusive Childhood; Special Educational Needs, Educational Psychology. Year 3: Dissertation, Teaching of English As a Second Language: Issues and Challenges.

Career pathways

With a BA Education, Special Educational Needs and Inclusion degree, you could launch a career in: Special educational needs practitioner: Support learners of all ages experiencing additional needs across a range of educational settings including schools, alternative educaitonal provision, and community settings Learning support or teaching assistant roles: Work alongside educators to support inclusive learning, wellbeing, and engagement in primary education settings for learners with a range of needs Teaching, including SEND teaching: Progress to a PGCE in Primary with SEND or other inclusive teaching pathways in schools or wider learning environments Youth, family, or wellbeing support roles: Work with charities and services supporting children, young people, families, and learners of all ages with additional needs Educational research or policy support roles: Contribute to research, policy development, or programme evaluation focused on SEND and inclusive education

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