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Overview
You will gain a comprehensive understanding and skills in research and practice for individuals with ASD, that will enable you to work effectively with learners with autism and their families at home, in school, at work and in the community.
This Autism Studies degree offered by Griffith University address an area of acute need as determined by the Australian Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs, Australian Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations, Queensland Department of Education and Training, and the Queensland Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services.
Career
You will be able to provide quality intervention and management for people with ASD. You will also be well equipped to advance into leadership and specialist roles in education, health, government policy, social work and service provision for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families.
Educators with specialised knowledge in providing for the needs of learners with ASDs are in high demand in public and private education sectors as a specialist teacher, school leader, curriculum leader or consultant.
You will also have the option of completing a research masters and following a career in autism research.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Autism across the lifespan
- Diagnosis and early intervention
- Understanding Research
- Research Methods
- Independent Research Study (capstone course)
- Understanding Strengths and Managing Difficulties
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
80 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Special Education Educational Research Health Sciences View 38 other Masters in Educational Research in AustraliaAcademic requirements
GPA Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 79
Student insurance
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- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS Provider - 00233E
To be eligible for entry to this Masters program, applicants must have the following:
- a Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies with a minimum GPA of 4.5 (using a 7.0 scale)
- OR a Graduate Certificate in Disability Studies (or equivalent).
Tuition Fee
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International
30500 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 30500 AUD per year during 12 months. -
National
22000 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22000 AUD per year during 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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