The Master of Special Educational Needs programme is a 90-credit taught modular post graduate degree programme delivered over two-years on a part-time basis. The programme is designed for teachers and other professionals involved in the education and care of persons with special educational needs and impairments. The general purpose of the M.Ed(SEN) programme is to develop and enhance participants’ knowledge of discourse and legislation related to SEN, of modes of provision and educational practices, as well as models of support and management for persons with special educational needs, whether in mainstream special education, clinical or other settings.
The specific aim of the programme is to prepare teachers and other professionals to work with a diversity of persons with special needs in the most inclusive and least restrictive environments. The core defining characteristic of the M.Ed(SEN) is that it is multidisciplinary in its approach to the education and care of persons with special educational needs. External contributions to the M.Ed(SEN) programme include inputs from expert practitioners working in a variety of professional settings. This multidisciplinary emphasis reflects current and accelerating changes in the legal, political, educational, medical, therapeutic and organisational contexts of special needs provision, both nationally and internationally. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants should be graduate teachers, preferably with a qualification in special needs education, or graduate professionals who work in other areas with persons who have disabilities/special educational needs. Candidates must have obtained an honours classification in either their primary degree or in a subsequent qualification; non-graduates may be considered as special cases. Short listing of applicants for interview will occur. In judging applicants’ suitability, account will be taken of academic qualifications and professional experience. |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.