Special and Inclusive Education

Nottingham Trent University

United Kingdom, Nottingham

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Nottingham Trent University

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Part Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Clifton Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2023

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 5,284 / year

Next Intake January-2023

Special and Inclusive Education

About

Education at Nottingham Trent University (NTU)

This course is designed for a wide range of people interested in special and inclusive education, such as those who currently, or are wanting to, have a role that is directly concerned with special and inclusive education in an education setting or education policy or research contexts. These education settings range from early years to higher education and all sectors in between and beyond formal education. Therefore, the course is designed to provide different modes and routes that are suited to the breadth of potential students who have a range of expertise and experience. As such it has an approach to the modules which can then be applied locally and in different contexts.

This part time MA route has been structured to allow you to join the MA at different stages based on your accredited prior learning (APL). Within the part time route three modules are offered for offsite teaching, which are designed for groups of employees to undertake level 7 study onsite in the school, college or other educational setting where they are employed, under the guidance of the university tutor. To achieve an MA Special and Inclusive Education at least 90 credits of your 180 credits must include the Perspectives on Inclusive Education module and your dissertation subject must relate to special and inclusive education.

This is a demanding and exciting research-based programme. It requires you to immerse yourself in reading, thinking, discussion, reflection and writing, enabling you to take the next, critical step in your professional learning.

This Masters degree allows you to investigate a range of issues impacting on education in general and your own organisation in particular. We want you to challenge your thinking.

Core modules
Optional modules and offsite modules

Core modules

You will complete four core modules:

Research Skills (30 credits)

This module will prepare you for undertaking empirical study independently and ethically and it will help you critique published work you study in subsequent modules. It provides a foundation for other modules, it helps you understand how research has impact and is the start of your progression towards conducting research studies that will have impact. In this module you are also introduced to alternative research methods and will study creative and indigenous research methods.

Perspectives on Inclusive Education module (30 credits)

The Perspectives on Inclusive Education module provides an opportunity to explore a wide range of perspectives on Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) and inclusion.

Dissertation (60 credits)

The dissertation module allows you to focus your research in an area of professional interest; thus, you will deepen your knowledge and understanding in your chosen career area.

If you are on the part time route, you will normally complete two modules in year 1, two in year 2 and begin the dissertation module in term 3 of year 2, which will be submitted at the end of term 2 in year 3. The part time route has been designed so that you complete one module at a time. The part time route compromises 180 credits and will be completed within four years.

In addition to the three core modules listed above you will complete two optional modules.

The following option modules will be available for part time students, although not all modules will be available to study every academic year:

Early career teachers (30 credits)

An opportunity for recently qualified (<5 years) teachers to examine key learning experiences and the imp act these have had on their professional practice. It will explore the knowledge and understanding that they have gained, and examine the skills they have developed. They will also learn more about the theory and skills of reflection.

Coaching and Mentoring in educational contexts (30 credits)

Coaching and mentoring are an important aspect in the professional development of staff in schools, universities and colleges, and other educational settings. The focus of this module will be on the purposes, strategies and theories of coaching and mentoring, as they apply to individuals working to support colleagues in their role, and the institutional issues these raise in schools, colleges and universities. Through a critical examination and application of the theory and an analytical exploration of the practice of coaching and mentoring, this module aims to enhance the professional development of the staff working in educational settings.

Curriculum Innovations (30 credits)

The module aims to provide opportunities for you to explore the fundamental theories of curriculum innovation. Through this exploration, you will start to consider how research evidence informs educational change. Through a combination of desktop research, skills and project planning you will develop an innovative practice related to curriculum development, process or product, for future enactment in your chosen educational setting.

Reflection on National Professional Qualifications (NPQ) (30 credits)

This module provides an opportunity to reflect on the experience of an accredited National Professional Qualification (NPQML/Sl/H/EH) and the impact this has had on students' professional practice. It will explore the knowledge and understanding that they have gained, and examine the skills they have developed. They will also learn more about the theory and skills of reflection.

Education leadership and change management (30 credits)

For all involved in any enterprise it is essential to understand the change process. In education, where there is significant externally-imposed change and consequent (or self-determined) institutional change those aspiring to lead in such a context need to be able to lead and manage the process of change effectively.

Social Justice in Education (30 credits)

The Social Justice in Education module explicitly links to the Institute's aim to work with and for the disadvantaged and hard to reach. Its focus is to enable you to critically analyse current debates on aspects of social identity, equality, inequality, inclusion and exclusion in education. During the module there will be opportunities for you to bring your own views and experience to bear on these debates, whilst introducing you to new concepts and theories. The dissertation module is where you will undertake an independent research project. This module gives you the opportunity to carry out an extended piece of empirical research of your own design under the supervision of an individual staff member with specialist knowledge in you chosen area of study.

Modules taught offsite

The modules offered are designed so that the focus of the module is defined in such a way for the outcomes to benefit your educational setting:

Early career teachers (30 credits)

As above.

Independent study (30 credits)

You will be able to select a small scale project to investigate an area of practice that is of current professional interest. The focus will be negotiated and agreed with the module tutor through an initial proposal. The investigation will include collection of information from both secondary and should you choose, primary sources, demonstrating knowledge and understanding through analysis, evaluation and reflection.

Reflecting on professional development (30 credits)

You will critically reflect your professional learning arising from recent and on-going courses of professional development. The module is for a small study group who are taught within their educational setting, known as â€کoffsite'. The module involves some face to face sessions delivered offsite, several independent learning tasks and supported by online resources. The module aims to explore how teacher reflection can be used to support professional learning by considering how professional learning activities impact individual practice. The module also enables students to develop collaborative professionalism within different educational settings.

You will only be able to study a maximum of two offsite modules. After completing one or two offsite modules you will have the opportunity to study modules on the Clifton campus and join other part time students.

To enable you to reflexively draw upon, apply and assess concepts and approaches relating to social justice in your understanding of education, and inform your action to address social justice issues.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Your qualification	You could study
Bachelors degree (four years) from a recognised university in Jordan 2.2 grade (Average of "Good" or GPA 2.5/4 or 3.1/5 or 65%)	Postgraduate (Masters) courses Students who do not meet this grade can be considered for Pre-Masters courses at NTIC
Masters degree (one - three years) from a recognised university in Jordan	Postgraduate research

Your qualification

You could study

Bachelors degree (four years) from a recognised university in Jordan

2.2 grade (Average of "Good" or GPA 2.5/4 or 3.1/5 or 65%)

Postgraduate (Masters) courses

Students who do not meet this grade can be considered for Pre-Masters courses at NTIC

Masters degree (one - three years) from a recognised university in Jordan

Postgraduate research

Career

The MA Education degree is increasingly seen as both academic enhancement and a means to facilitate career progress. Many graduates have gone on to successful careers within the education sector, pursuing senior roles, while others have continued studying to complete a Professional Doctorate, an MPhil or a PhD.

The MA Education programme is not a teacher training course and will not give you Qualified Teacher Status.

Learn a new language

Alongside your study you also have the opportunity to learn a new language. The University Language Programme (ULP) is available to all students and gives you the option of learning a totally new language or improving the skills you already have.

Learning a new language can:

Enhance your communication skills
Enrich your experience when travelling abroad
Boost your career prospects.

Find out more about the University Language Programme.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 5,284 / year

How to Apply

Step 1: Register as a new applicant and create an account

To get started, head to our Applicant Portal. Register yourself as a new applicant and create your user name and password . You don’t have to complete your application all at once – so keep your login details safe and log back in whenever you want.

Step 2: Fill out and submit your application

Work your way through the application making sure you:

include as much relevant information as possible
upload evidence of the results you have achieved
write a comprehensive personal statement that highlights your skills and explains your motivation for applying for the course in question
stick to the 4,000 word character limit – you can upload additional documents if you have more you need to say
if required, provide the reference(s) with your application.

When you submit your application, you'll receive an acknowledgement of receipt from us.

Reference guidelines

You can submit your reference through the Applicant Portal, but make sure your referee:

types your reference on letter-headed paper
dates and signs the reference
clearly states their position and relationship to you.

Alternatively, your referee can email your reference to us at [email protected] – but it must come from their official email address. This means that it must be sent from a school, college, university or work email address.

It's your responsibility to request a reference from your referee and ensure that they, or you, submit it to us. We don't request references from referees on your behalf.

Step 3: Track the progress of your application

As long as you’ve provided all the information we need, we’ll try and make a decision on your application within five to ten working days. However, this can take longer and you should allow at least three weeks for a decision .

We’ll be updating you throughout this process though so make sure you add @ntu.ac.uk to your safe senders list and keep an eye on your emails. You can also track the progress of your application through the Applicant Portal.

Some courses will require that you attend an interview, or you may have to submit a portfolio of work. We'll contact you and give you plenty of warning if you need to do either of these things.

Step 4: Check your offer

If your offer is accepted, congratulations! You'll have received either a conditional offer or an unconditional offer from us. It's important that you check this carefully.

Conditional offer: This means you must fulfil certain criteria – such as achieving the required grades – before you can be accepted on to the course.
Unconditional offer: You have met all the entry criteria and can take your place on the course as long as you accept your offer within four weeks .

If you've applied for more than one course you'll receive a separate decision for each course.

Step 5: Accept your offer within four weeks

We look forward to welcoming you – but remember that accepting your offer does not commit you to joining the course. Instead you'll have reserved your place as long as you meet any conditions – however we hope you do decide to join us.

Remember that competition for places is high, and if you don’t accept your offer within four weeks it may lapse. After eight weeks it will be automatically withdrawn.

Step 6: Meet the conditions of your offer (if you have any)

Upload all the documents required to meet the conditions of your offer using the My Documents section of the Applicant Portal. Make sure you keep your original copies too as we may need to see these to fully complete your enrolment and welcome you to the University.