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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Leeds, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Educational Needs 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
- Critical Study
- Special Educational Needs: Principles and Practice
- Special Educational Needs: International Perspective
- Directed Study in Education 1
- The Context of Deaf Education
- Co-ordinating Inclusive Provision II
- Developmental Disorders I: Dyslexia and Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disorders II: Attention Deficit Disorder and Autistic Spectrum Disorder
- Teaching Children with Learning Difficulties
- Developmental Disorders in the Early Years
- Teaching Children with Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
- Special Needs Coordination 2a
- 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
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About University of Leeds
University of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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