MSc Psychology and Learning Disability at University of Portsmouth

Programme overview

Learn how to make a positive difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities in our 2 year part-time Master's course. Study by distance learning to fit your lifestyle. This Master’s course looks in detail at learning disability, neurodiversity and autism from a psychological perspective.

Duration: 2 years part-time | Study mode: part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Critical Intellectual Disability Studies; Critical Perspectives on Autism; Neurodiversity Studies; Psychology and Learning Disability: Core Issues; Psychology Project By Distance Learning; Quantitative, Qualitative and Literature Based Research.

Career pathways

Graduate roles include Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) co-ordinator, SEND teacher, Student services officer, Enablement Leader, Support worker, Community care worker, Schools, Academy trusts.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An upper second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Applicants with a professional qualification not at degree level may be accepted - each application is considered on an individual basis according to academic qualifications as well as professional qualifications and experience. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered, such as previous study, employment, voluntary work and training courses, including courses and qualifications you didn't complete. English language: IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 5.5.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-taught/msc-psychology-and-learning-disability

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