Master in Access to Education in Inclusive Schools and Communities
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
This masters' is a transdisciplinary professional masters focusing on the inclusion of disabled persons and persons with mental health problems in schools and in the community. The masters is open to various professionals (educators, psychologists, psychology graduates, occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, physiotherapists, nurses and social workers) if you are intending to develop your competencies in inclusive community-based and person-centred transdisciplinary collaborative teamwork. The course shares some core study units with the other streams developing a common discourse with professionals working in other fields and, at the same time, with other practitioners working with disabled persons and persons with mental health problems. The overriding theme is the development of person-centred programmes facilitating self-determination and quality of life for active participation in education and community life. This masters' is a transdisciplinary professional masters focusing on the inclusion of disabled persons and persons with mental health problems in schools and in the community. The masters is open to various professionals (educators, psychologists, psychology graduates, occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, physiotherapists, nurses and social workers) if you are intending to develop your competencies in inclusive community-based and person-centred transdisciplinary collaborative teamwork. The course shares some core study units with the other streams developing a common discourse with professionals working in other fields and, at the same time, with other practitioners working with disabled persons and persons with mental health problems. The overriding theme is the development of person-centred programmes facilitating self-determination and quality of life for active participation in education and community life.
Career Opportunities
As a graduate, the Master in Access to Education will open opportunities in areas which require knowledge of inclusion practices in educational settings both in compulsory schooling and other educational settings in industry and other services.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) EDU5915 Communities, Otherness and Inclusion 5 ECTS EDU5919 Strategies for Inclusive Practices, Early Intervention and, Inclusive Schooling and Vocational Designing 5 ECTS EDU5970 Fundamentals of Educational Research 5 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) EDU5918 Ethical Practices and Self Development 5 ECTS EDU5933 Inclusive Communities through Theatre and Clowning 5 ECTS EDU5971 Applied Educational Research Methods 5 ECTS Year 2 In addition to the compulsory units, students are required to register for 5ECTS credits from the elective study-units on offer in Semester 2. Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) EDU5935 Practicum 5 ECTS Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) EDU5923 Developing and Implementing Community Based Persons Centred Plans (across impairments) 5 ECTS EDU5927 Neurocognitive Foundations of Development and Learning 5 ECTS EDU5937 Inclusive Educational Practices for Specific Learning Difficulties 5 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) EDU5928 Understanding and Supporting Individuals with Behavioural Challenges 5 ECTS Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of student registrations and time-table constraints) EDU5960 Educating High Ability Learners 5 ECTS EDU5972 Inclusion, Education and Neurodiversity 5 ECTS Year 3 Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) EDU5936 Dissertation 30 ECTS This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Postgraduate Awards, 2021 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of Master in Access to Education under the auspices of the Faculty
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of: Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications a first cycle degree classified with at least Second Class (Honours) in one of the following areas: Psychology, Education, Communication Therapy, Social Work, Youth and Community Studies, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nursing, or any other area deemed relevant by the Faculty Board or a first cycle degree classified with at least Second Class (Honours) in any other area together with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education in any area or a teacher's certificate with at least three years' teaching experience and other suitable qualifications obtained following their first cycle degree or the teacher's certificate or any first cycle degree followed by a recognised teaching qualification together with one years' experience in an education setting. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us a
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
€10,800 (Non-EU)
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 3 years
- Credits 90
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