Special Educational Needs and Inclusion MA at University of Northampton

Programme overview

This course is designed to help you develop your knowledge and understanding of issues relating to special educational needs and inclusions in greater depth. The MA Special Educational Needs and Inclusion programme is for those wishing to deepen their knowledge, practice and professional skills in the fields of Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Arts, Science and Technology | Department: Education and Teacher Training | Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September, January | Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This special educational needs masters course has been designed to contribute towards achieving the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goal: SDG4 Quality Education. All of the modules are equivalent to 30 Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme (CATS) points, apart from the Research Thesis (EDUM100) which is 60 CATS points and is compulsory if you are studying for the MA. Modules include Perspectives on Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), Leading and Managing Special Educational Needs, Diversity, Inclusion and Equality, Research Methods, Dissertation.

Career pathways

If you are already working in the field of SEN, disabilities and Inclusion then the in-depth knowledge you will gain from this Special Education Needs Course can help you to improve your practice or apply for management positions. A range of other career options in education, social care and voluntary sectors will also be possible, such as being an advocate, learning mentor, or family adviser.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for the MA SEN degree will possess one of the following: Good honours Degree of a UK University. Or, Good honours Degree from a recognised University other than in the UK. Or, QTS or equivalent. Applicants working in children’s services without QTS with an ordinary degree or Early Years Teacher Status or QTLS will be considered. Or, Applicants who have recent professional experience of three years or more will be positively considered. In this case the applicants will be interviewed and must demonstrate suitability for the course by providing: portfolio evidence of significant professional engagement in education or services for children at graduate equivalent level and/or a piece of written text. English language: Minimum standard – IELTS 6.5 overall (or equivalent) with a score no lower than 6.0 for writing and no remaining band/component below 5.5 for study at postgraduate level.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: September, January

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time

Apply through the official page: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/postgraduate/how-to-apply/

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