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Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders and other Developmental Disabilities

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Tuition USD 9,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,378 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location New Haven, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders and other Developmental Disabilities at Southern Connecticut State University is a MSc programme in Education 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 - Autism Spectrum Disorders and other Developmental Disabilities 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 9,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,378 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
  6. Location: New Haven, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders and other Developmental Disabilities 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. Nature and Needs of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Development Disabilities
  2. Curriculum Methods and Materials for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Developmental Disabilities
  3. Applied Behavioral Analysis in Education Settings
  4. Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders
  5. Clinical Practices in Special Education
  6. Transition Within Disability Services

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

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).

Admission and program requirements are as follows:

  • 3.0 minimum undergraduate GPA
  • The program can include 24 credits at the 500 level or above and six credits at the 300 or 400 level. (30 credit total)
Each student must choose an area of concentration for the master\'s program from the following:
    • Interdisciplinary
    • Learning Disabilities
    • Seriously Emotionally Disabled
    • Adaptive Technology
    • Autism Spectrum Disorders and other Developmental Disabilities
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 9,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,378 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 9,051 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,378 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Southern Connecticut State 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 Southern Connecticut State University

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Southern Connecticut State University

New Haven, United States

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Application Information
  • Start Date 2018-01-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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