Program Overview
The Special Education at Qatar University is a MEd programme in Education taught in English, Arabic 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 education. 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 Special Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Qatar 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, Arabic
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Doha, Qatar
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Issues, Policy and Practice in Special Education
- Inclusive Education for Students with Disabilities
- Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis
- Assessment of Students with Disabilities
- Collaboration with Families of Children with Disabilities
- Educational Research Methodologies
- Characteristics of Mild/Moderate Disabilities
- Methods of Teaching Learners with Mild/Moderate Disabilities
- Literacy Assessment and Remediation
- Internship
- Characteristics of Severe/Profound Disabilities
- Methods of Teaching Students with Severe/Profound Disabilities
- Motor Development and Learning
- Internship
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements for the M.Ed. Programs
- Completed a Bachelor or a higher level degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.80 out of 4.00 from a university or college accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education or comparable authority in that country may be admitted to the program.
Applicants meeting all other admission requirements with a GPA below 2.8 but not lower than 2.5 may be admitted to the program but must meet the following criteria to remain in the program:
Attain a GPA of 3.0 or higher in the first semester
Register for a minimum of two regular courses in the field of study in the first semester.
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; EUR 509 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Qatar University 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 Qatar
University of Qatar
Doha, Qatar
University of Qatar 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 2015-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English, Arabic
- Duration 24 months