BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability, Inclusion and Childhood and Family Studies

University of Wolverhampton

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University of Wolverhampton

United Kingdom , Wolverhampton

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Part Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

X361

Campuses

University of Wolverhampton in Stafford

University Centre Telford (Southwater)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines18-Sep-2023

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 13,950 / year

Next Intake 18-Sep-2023

BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability, Inclusion and Childhood and Family Studies

About

Why choose this course?

If you are interested in special and inclusive education, and supporting other disadvantaged groups in society, this could be the course for you, which is suitable for people new to the area or experienced staff searching for career development. You will develop the knowledge and understanding required for a range of careers working with children, young people, adults, their families, and the services that support them. During your course, you will have opportunities to consider a range of issues and perspectives surrounding working with children, young people, and adults with a range of diverse needs.We recognise that you will have a unique learning journey and we will maximise your potential through optional assessment choices such as presentations, written assessments, reflective journals, report writing, peer mentoring, and written plans.

This course at level 6 offers a unique blend of theories and practices in relation to special educational needs, disability, and inclusion. As a student on this course, you will be able to identify and understand the challenges faced when trying to adopt an inclusive approach in all aspects of life, and how you can meet and address these challenges in a positive way as members of a diverse global society. You will have opportunities to consider a variety of issues and perspectives surrounding work with, and support for, disabled people and other vulnerable groups, which as future professionals you will need to be able to recognise and address. You will study current policies, procedures and practice in order to develop inclusive professional and social approaches. As you progress through your degree you will have opportunities to develop your critical capabilities through the selection, analysis, and synthesis of relevant perspectives, and be able to justify different positions on matters relating to special educational needs, disability and inclusion. Placements are expected as part of the course and can be negotiated in a variety of educational and community settings. An international placement may be negotiated with a host institution and you will develop your professional skills, research methods and perspectives on behaviour.

PART-TIME STUDY

The BA (Hons) SENDIS can be studied PART-TIMEwhich includes daytime sessions.However, if you are a practitioner and would like to study moreflexibly, for example in the evening, we offer the part-timefoundation degreeSupporting Children in Primary Educationat our college partners. After completing your part-time Foundation degree, you can then top up to a final year of a part-time BA degree course to gain your full honours degree.

This degree sits within the exciting range ofEducation and SENDIScourseswe offer within the School of Education.

Demonstrate the underlying values and principles relevant to the ideologies of inclusion, and develop a personal stance which draws on your knowledge and understanding, including the diversity of learners and the complexities of the inclusion process.
Evaluate the societal and organisational structures and purposes of social systems, and the possible implications for all involved.
Analyse inclusion concepts, theories, and issues in a systematic way. Identify and reflect on potential connections and discontinuities between aspects of subject knowledge and their application in social policies and contexts.
Process and synthesise a range of relevant empirical and theoretical data to present and justify your chosen position.
Reflect critically on your own value system and relate this to the construction of disability and social diversity.
Demonstrate the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility, decision making in complex and unpredictable contexts.
Become digitally literate.
Develop your professional and ethical practice to improve outcomes for children, young people, adults, and their families.
To be entrepreneurial and enterprising when developing new ways of working with children, young people, adults, and their families.

Disciplines

School of Education

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Foundation Programme

We offer two International Foundation Year (IFY) programmes, allowing progression onto a wide range of undergraduate degrees at the University of Wolverhampton:

The 1 Year stand-alone International Foundation Year (IFY)
The 4 Year integrated International Foundation Year (IFY) programme which includes a foundation year and degree

The 1 year stand-alone International Foundation Year (IFY) course is designed for international students (yr for students for whom English is not their first language) whose qualifications are insufficient for direct entry to undergraduate study and/or those whose English language level does not meet the minimum criteria. The 1 year IFY course provides preparation in academic subjects, English language and study skills up to the required level for progression onto most undergraduate degree courses at the University of Wolverhampton (subject to professional body requirements) in Arts; Education, Health and Wellbeing; Science and Engineering and Social Sciences. The IFY is delivered at our Telford and City Campuses. Entry to these foundation programmes may require you to have studied specific subjects at high school

The 4 Year International Foundation Year (IFY) integrated degree routes in Arts; Education, Health and Wellbeing; Science and Engineering and Social Sciences are designed for international students (or for students for whom English is not their first language). This route will suit students whose qualifications fall below the entry requirements to undergraduate study and/or those whose English language level does not meet the minimum criteria. The 4 year integrated IFY courses prepare students in academic subjects, English language and study skills enabling progression onto most undergraduate degree courses at the University of Wolverhampton, subject to professional body requirements. The IFY is delivered at both of our Telford and City campuses. Entry to these foundation programmes may require you to have studied specific subjects at high school.

Students from Jordan wishing to pursue the International Foundation Year (IFY) at the University of Wolverhampton will need to obtain a Certificate of Secondary Education with an overall score of 75% with no less than 70% in each subject

Please note: you only need to take a foundation programme if your qualifications are not suitable for your chosen degree.

Undergraduate

The University considers students for undergraduate study who have completed Secondary School Certificates.

Postgraduate

For entry to a postgraduate degree programme (Master’s) at the University of Wolverhampton, students typically need to have completed a three or four-year undergraduate degree (Honours Bachelor degree or Professional degree) at an accredited university or college. Exact requirements will depend on the postgraduate degree you are applying for and the institution you have studied at.

Degree from Government/ Recognised Private University GPA 2.2/4 minimum
Higher Diploma 2.5/4 and Bachelor 2.0/4

Please note: This information is provided as a guide only. Some courses may have specific entry requirements that are listed on the relevant course page. Please check for any additional subject/course specific requirements before submitting your application.

English Program Requirements

You can demonstrate your English language ability by studying with us on our online Pre-sessional English and Academic Skills courses which will allow you to gain entry to most undergraduate or postgraduate degree courses. You can do our online Pre-sessional course from your own home - you do not need to be on our campus in order to study but you will need access to a PC or laptop and a good quality internet connection in order to fully participate. Our new online Pre-sessional courses will help you to improve and develop your English language and academic skills and will prepare you for your degree programme at the University of Wolverhampton.

Other ways of demonstrating your English language abilities are:

With a qualification (eg a high school certificate) from your country that has been approved by the University of Wolverhampton as meeting the minimum English language entry competency. See your country for details.
By demonstrating that you completed your secondary or university education at a secondary (high) school or university in a country approved by the University as teaching in the medium of English.
If you are a national of one of the following countries you do not have to prove your level of English; Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, The Bahamas, Barbados Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, New Zealand, St Kitts and Nevis St Lucia, Trinidad and Tobago, United States of America
By presenting one of the international qualifications listed below. It should have been completed no more than two years before of the start date of your degree course.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 13,950

How to Apply

First of all, decide which course is right for you.
Check the entry requirements, including the minimum English requirements for your chosen course.
Check the visa requirements.
Make your application - via our on-line course directory or directly to the University via Admissions or the International Office, find out how to do it below.