Program Overview
The Autism Spectrum Disorder and Severe Intellectual Disabilities (ASD) at University of South Florida is a MA programme in Humanities, 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 Spectrum Disorder and Severe Intellectual Disabilities (ASD) 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 432 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 348 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Tampa, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Autism Spectrum Disorder and Severe Intellectual Disabilities (ASD) 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
- professional and person self-awareness
- assessment of exceptional students
- behavior management
- classroom instruction
- collaboration
- knowledge of the professional literature
- research in critical areas such as child development, learning and teaching
- professional development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
For consideration for admission, students must submit:
An earned baccalaureate degree in special education or a related field that has a relationship with autism and/or intellectual disabilities from a regionally accredited college or university
Scholastic evidence to successfully perform in the academic program, as indicated by one of the following:
An earned graduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher in all work attempted while registered as an upper division student working for a baccalaureate degree, or
A preferred GRE Verbal score of 520 or higher and quantitative score of 480 or higher, and an Analytical Writing score of 3.5 or higher, or
Completion of 9 hours of specified graduate course work in special education with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and the endorsement of a Special Education faculty member
A letter of application that addresses why the candidate desires to pursue a master\'s degree in ASD and InD
At least two (2) letters of recommendation from persons who have seen the candidate teach and/or work with children and youth who have labels of ASD and/or InD
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 432 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 348 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 432 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 348 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Florida 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 University of South Florida
University of South Florida
Tampa, United States
University of South Florida is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-09
- Language English