MA Deaf Education (Teacher of the Deaf Qualification) at University of Leeds

Programme overview

A two-year part-time blended-learning MA leading to the Mandatory Qualification for Teacher of the Deaf (QToD), approved by the Department for Education for England and Wales. It combines online study, study days or short residentials in Leeds and a minimum 20-day assessed placement. Sessions at the university are supported by BSL interpreters and notetakers.

Department: School of Education | Duration: 24 months part-time (blended learning) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Six core modules over two years plus a dissertation in year two, including The Ecological Context of Deaf Education, Research Skills (Deaf Education), Professional Placement, Facilitating Learning in Deaf Education and Research Project in Deaf Education, with options such as Educational Audiology and Deafness and Development.

Career pathways

Graduates work in specialist support services and schools for deaf children, and many progress to management and leadership roles. The course also provides a route to EdD or PhD study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Postgraduate (MA). A bachelor degree (honours) or non-UK equivalent. Also required: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS); one year of teaching experience or experience working with deaf children in educational settings; contact with a school or service that allows work with deaf children to meet the Mandatory Qualification requirements; British (or local) Sign Language Level 1 (CACDP/Signature/iBSL) or equivalent; access to local sign language tuition and to internet facilities for e-learning. A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check (or equivalent) is required by 30 September in the year of entry. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component. Application deadline: Friday 20 August 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,300 for the whole programme (2027 entry). Total fee for the 24-month part-time course, UK residents only. Includes some meals during Leeds residentials; excludes accommodation, travel and cover costs. An additional registration fee applies if the dissertation is extended into a third year. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 24 months part-time

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