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Special Educational Needs and Inclusion (Autism Pathway)

Saint Mary's College of California
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Tuition GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Moraga, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Special Educational Needs and Inclusion (Autism Pathway) at The University of Northampton 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 and Inclusion (Autism Pathway) 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. Tuition: GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Special Educational Needs and Inclusion (Autism Pathway) 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. Understanding Autistic Spectrum Disorders
  2. Understanding Challenging Behaviour in People with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities
  3. Evaluating Approaches for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
  4. Research Thesis
  5. Dissertation
  6. Research Methods

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

An honours degree from a UK institution or equivalent. Students who have gained credits at M Level 7 from the University of Northampton or from other universities can apply to use these towards the MA SEN and Inclusion (Autism) if they can demonstrate that their studies have been in the field of autism.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 11,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact The University of Northampton 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 Saint Mary's College of California

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Saint Mary's College of California

Moraga, United States

Saint Mary's College of Californiais aprivateCatholic college inMoraga, California, United States. Established in 1863, it is administered by theDe La Salle Brothers. The college offers...

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  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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