Overview

Our MA in Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion at University of Sunderland is a highly flexible degree, that enables you to specialise in studying issues around Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities in a way that suits you.

This degree is ideal for teachers or other educational professionals who want to develop their SEND careers with a highly specific SEND postgraduate degree.

The course provides a clear progression route into careers where you can help achieve better outcomes for children and young people with SEND. Throughout the course you will develop your ability to interpret, understand and conduct research at a master’s level, as well as collaborating with others to form and debate your own understanding of SEND.

Why us?

‘World-leading’ research in Education, according to the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF)
Carry out research which is specific to your own workplace

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Programme Structure

Courses:

Research Methods
MA Thesis or Practice-Based Enquiry Project
Inclusive Education: From policy to practice
Supporting Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs
Gender and Diversity
Causes and Implications of Barriers to Learning for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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More details

Applications for most masters courses are open all year round, but we highly recommend that you apply for your course at least six months before it starts.

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

We usually require applicants to hold at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1) or equivalent.
We also expect you to have experience of working in education; this may be as a teacher or in another capacity in the field of education. A recognised teaching qualification is desirable but not essential.
Applicants whose first language is not English must achieve a minimum IELTS band score of 6.5, with 6.5 in writing, and no less than 6 in Reading, Speaking and Listening.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17000 GBP / year

≈ 17000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8500 GBP / year

≈ 8500 GBP / year

Living costs

Sunderland

United Kingdom

758 - 1438 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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