Education (Special and Inclusive Education) University of Bristol

Overview

This programme focuses on inclusive practice and is intended for teachers and other professionals working with students who are experiencing barriers to learning and participation and/or other special educational needs; whether in mainstream, special schools/units, colleges or early years settings. Supported by current research, practice and theory, the programme is designed to help you develop your knowledge, understanding and critical skills in the analysis and evaluation of current research, theory and practice for pupils experiencing barriers to learning and participation. The programme will provide you with opportunities to explore a range of areas such as international developments in special/inclusive education, how to work with and involve parents and children, the school's role in promoting inclusion, and a range of topics that arouse controversy and debate in the area of special needs.

Please note that the MSc Education (Special and Inclusive Education) from University of Bristol is designed for professionals who have experience of working in the field.

Careers

We aim to offer our students the academic and personal development opportunities that will equip them to respond to the intellectual, social and personal challenges that they will encounter throughout their lives and careers.

Our overarching goal is to enable our graduates to display the following characteristics:

• Equipped to demonstrate impact, excellence and distinctiveness in their chosen field
• Visionary, imaginative, innovative, reflective and creative
• High ideals and values, including a strong sense of social justice
• Highly employable, world wide
• Adaptable with the potential to be leaders in work and in the community.