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Special Educational Needs

University of Leeds
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Leeds, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Special Educational Needs at University of Leeds is a MA programme in Education over 12 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 Educational Needs programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Special Educational Needs programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Critical Study
  2. Special Educational Needs: Principles and Practice
  3. Special Educational Needs: International Perspective
  4. Directed Study in Education 1
  5. The Context of Deaf Education
  6. Co-ordinating Inclusive Provision II
  7. Developmental Disorders I: Dyslexia and Developmental Coordination Disorder
  8. Developmental Disorders II: Attention Deficit Disorder and Autistic Spectrum Disorder
  9. Teaching Children with Learning Difficulties
  10. Developmental Disorders in the Early Years
  11. Teaching Children with Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
  12. Special Needs Coordination 2a
  13. Special Needs Coordination 2b

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) or equivalent qualification and, normally, at least three years’ relevant professional experience.
  • We may consider applicants with alternative experience on an individual basis.
  • We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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