Program Overview
The Autism Specialist at Cambridge College is a MEd programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Autism Specialist programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 515 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 515 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Cambridge, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Autism Specialist programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theories of Typical and Atypical Human Development
- Autism: History, Prevalence, Diagnosis and Characteristics
- Communication Disorders - ASD
- Assessment and Appraisal Process -ASD
- Behavior Management- ASD
- Social and Psychological Perspectives in Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Teaching and Curriculum Development/Students with Severe Disabilities
- Assistive Technology: Modifying the Curriculum for Diverse Learners
- Laws and Regulations Pertaining to Special Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Official transcript\xc2\xa0- Official transcripts of your completed bachelor\'s degree along with any transcripts of other degrees held from accredited institutions of higher education must be submitted.
- Current R\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9
- Personal Statement\xc2\xa0- Write a two-page, typed, double-spaced essay (500 words) describing your professional experience, your goals and objectives for graduate study and for educator licensure.
- Two Professional Recommendations
- International students are accepted at Massachusetts location only, and need to provide\xc2\xa0supplemental documentation:
- Official demonstration of English language proficiency
- Supplemental documentation for issuance of I-20
- International transcripts, evaluated by an accepted evaluation service
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 515 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 515 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 515 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 515 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Cambridge College directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Cambridge College
Cambridge College
Boston, United States
Cambridge College is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2006-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months