MEd in Inclusion and Special Educational Needs

As contemporary societies become more heterogeneous and as inclusive education reforms gain currency across the world, educational systems are being challenged to address some fundamental questions about teaching and learning related to the accommodation of and respect for difference.

Underpinning the movement for inclusion is a concern for social justice and well-being. Meeting the diverse needs of learners within today's schools, colleges and universities is one of the most challenging and important tasks facing education today.

This thoroughly revised Master's degree is unique not only because of the disciplinary approaches it employs but also because students study and apply an approach to well-being that has been developed by some of the world’s leading thinkers.

This is an approach that is internationally recognized by, for example, the UN and whose principles are increasingly found in government policy on education and SEN, namely the Capability Approach. We are one of the very few institutions in the UK to offer this practical and ethical approach to assessing issues of SEN, equality, and inclusion.

The skills you will develop include critical thinking skills and how best to be an inclusive practitioner. Importantly, this is a professionally based degree which means that you will apply what you have learned to your own professional practice, whether you are a classroom assistant, SENCO, or university lecturer.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 30 June 2022 at 4 pm.

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Student Experience

Flexibility This program is designed to meet the needs of professionals. Diploma and Certificate options are also available.

Credit transfer students who have completed other master's-level awards, e.g. PGCE, within the last ten years are eligible for credit transfer. The credit transfer application must be submitted at the same time as the online program application, as retrospective applications are not accepted.