Master of Inclusive and Specialised Education

Flinders University

Australia, Adelaide

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Flinders University

Australia , Adelaide

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

105117C

Campuses

City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,300 / year

Next Intake March-2026

Master of Inclusive and Specialised Education

About

Overview

The Master of Inclusive and Specialised Education is designed for education professionals who aspire to provide leadership in inclusive and specialised education, and advocacy for children and young people with special needs.

You'll have the opportunity to study a range of minors where you can develop expertise across a range of areas in inclusive and specialised education, or you can build a unique program of study featuring a broad selection of topics.

Gain the creative, caring, ethical, critical thinking, problem-solving and research skills needed to analyse provisions and practices relating to children and young people with special needs. Upon graduation, you'll be equipped to design, implement and evaluate policies, programs and services relating to inclusive and specialised education.

Advance your career and become a skilled professional who is able to thrive in a range of diverse settings, and communicate and collaborate effectively and ethically with children, parents, carers and educators.

Fast-track your studies
Study a Master's degree in Inclusive and Specialised Education in just 1.5 years by choosing our accelerated mode.

Your experience counts
If you've studied at Flinders or another institution previously, or have time in teaching service, this could be recognised towards your Master of Inclusive and Specialised Education - meaning you could complete the degree in as little as 12 months! Find out more about how you can apply for recognition of prior learning, and reduce the length of time required to complete your qualification.

Up to 80% off fees due to Government subsidies*.

*Government subsidies enable Flinders to offer Domestic applicants a reduction of up to 80% off full course fees through Commonwealth Supported Places. Offer subject to change.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Master (2 year)

Applicants must normally hold a bachelor degree or equivalent qualification in Education, Disability Studies, Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or closely related qualification.

Master (1.5 year)

Applicants must normally hold a bachelor degree or equivalent qualification in Education, Teaching or closely related qualification.

English Program Requirements

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers. This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

Career

Your career

A Master of Education from Flinders University is an asset recognised locally, nationally and internationally for anyone seeking, or furthering, a career in educational contexts.

Graduates will be equipped for careers in a wide range of settings, from schools and universities, to education departments and ministries, in Australia or abroad.

Potential occupations:

Special/gifted education classroom teacher
Inclusive or special education coordinator in a school or site
Special education support roles
Gifted education support roles
Community roles in special needs settings.

Potential employers:

Schools and education sites in all education sectors nationally and internationally
Community organisations and Local Councils who employ graduates with special education qualifications.

Professional accreditation/recognition:

These courses can count towards professional learning.

These courses do not lead to teacher registration in South Australia. Learn how to become a teacher with Flinders.

Potential occupations:

Teacher employed locally, nationally, or internationally
Coordinator of educational programs
Education administrator
Education policy maker or analyst
School executive
Researcher.

Potential employers:

Public, private and independent Schools
Department of Education
Ministry of Education
Education research institutions

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,300

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

Select your course or program

FUA English Language Program

With our Academic English program, you can improve your ability to communicate in English and the skills you need for further academic study.

FUA Foundation Studies

Recommended for successful year 11 international high school graduates looking to start their Australian education who need a preparation program for the skills needed for university study.

FUA Diplomas

Developed by Flinders academics, our diplomas tailored to your next step are ideal if you do not meet academic or English language entry requirements for entry into your Flinders University destination degree.

Wondering where you fit?

Browse our Flinders University Academy course page to discover which course is right for you.

Unsure what to choose?

Consider which study area you wish to transition into through your destination degree.

Find an agent

Many students prefer to use an agent to assist them with the application process. We have a wide range of trusted agents who you can contact to help you through the application process.

Students from certain countries must submit their application through a registered Flinders agent.

The full list of countries requiring agent assistance is here.

If there is not an agent in your country, please contact us for further advice.

Apply online

You can apply to study at Flinders University via an authorised agent in your country, or you may submit your application yourself. Refer to Step 4 to see if you need an Education Agent to assist with your application.

If there is not an agent in your country, please contact us for further advice.

Obtain certified documents

All academic documentation submitted to Flinders electronically must be certified. We also require certified copies of passports for applicants from some countries. Original documentation may be submitted by post or in person, but we are unable to guarantee return of these original documents.

Persons authorised to certify documents within Australia include:

a Justice of the Peace (currently registered in Australia)
a barrister or solicitor
a police officer
an employee of Australia Post
a Flinders International staff member
an official Flinders University agent.

Persons authorised to certify documents outside Australia include:

an Australian Embassy official or Australian Consular official
the registrar of the university that issued the transcript or parchment
a Flinders University staff member
an official Flinders University agent
a Notary Public (excluding India and Nepal).

Submit your application and documents

You will need to upload all required documents prior to being able to submit your application so it is important you have these ready.

File types able to be uploaded include PDF, JPEG, TIF and GIF.

If you need assistance completing your application find an agent in your country.

Your application is now complete

Flinders University will send you and/or your agent an email confirming we have received your application.

The email will contain your Flinders University Application Number and you should take special note of this as you will need to quote this in any correspondence while your application is being assessed.