MSc Autism at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

Full-time MSc giving a critical understanding of conceptual frameworks relevant to Autism Spectrum Disorder and the cognitive and affective theories behind supporting the autism profile, taught alongside a multi-professional cohort including autistic students.

Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Five compulsory classes and one optional class, then a research dissertation with an allocated supervisor (can be completed by distance learning), plus a supported educational practice placement in partner schools, a specialist school or Third Sector partners.

Career pathways

Graduates work in the third sector (e.g. National Autistic Society, Scottish Autism), neurodevelopmental and autism teams, as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, family support workers and additional support teachers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Undergraduate Honours degree in a related discipline or equivalent qualification, and direct lived experience of or experience working with autistic people, detailed in the personal statement. Applicants without required autism practice experience must attend a compulsory placement and complete a reflective practice journal. Offer holders must join the PVG Scheme and, if lived abroad three months or more in the previous five years, provide a Certificate of Good Conduct. English language (international applicants): University standard of IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5, or an equivalent accepted test.

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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