Special and Inclusive Education (Online) Queen Margaret University

Overview

The MA Special and Inclusive Education (Online) at Queen Margaret University is designed for professionals who wish to deepen their understanding of inclusive education and its transformative role in modern society. This programme uses an interdisciplinary lens to examine how education can foster emancipation, liberation, and true democracy for all learners.

Students will investigate the structural inequalities present within both society and global education systems. By understanding these barriers, you will develop the practical skills necessary to address inequalities across various contexts, ensuring that individuals with complex learning needs receive a high-quality, inclusive experience.

Delivered entirely online, the curriculum allows you to study from anywhere in the world without the need to visit the campus.

Why Special and Inclusive Education (Online) at Queen Margaret University?

• Study with an institution named the Herald Scottish Higher Education Institute of the Year 2025.
• Benefit from a university ranked among the top five in the UK for social inclusion by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.
• Enjoy a flexible learning model with six start dates per year and the ability to pay via per-module instalments.
• Engage with a curriculum designed specifically for the busy schedules of working professionals in the education sector.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 7284 per full
• National fee: GBP 7284 per full

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Critical Education in the 21st Century
• Digital Literacies for Education
• Reflective Practitioner in Intercultural Settings
• Inclusive Education: Global Perspectives
• Shared Leadership for Sustainable Development
• Structural Inequalities and Inclusive Practice
• Inclusive Curriculum
• Multi-Agency Working for Inclusion
• Research Methodology and Methods

Careers with Special and Inclusive Education (Online)

This programme is specifically tailored for professionals working with individuals who have complex learning needs. Graduates are equipped to take on leadership roles in inclusive practice, working as activist teachers or specialist practitioners who can influence policy and strategy within their organisations. The course supports career progression by developing the expertise required to manage multi-agency support and implement inclusive curricula in diverse educational settings.