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BA (Hons) Special Education

University of East London, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This intellectually challenging and thought-provoking course offers a hugely rewarding undergraduate experience at the University of East London.

It opens up the world of Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and offers you the chance to enter the world of work confidently. We'll equip you for various careers, helping to bring about a more inclusive society.

Our course takes you on a fascinating journey through this complex area. You'll learn about every aspect of the subject in line with government policy, including autism, speech, language and communication, challenging behaviour, disabilities, dyslexia, therapeutic teaching and learning, and alternative educational provisions.

You'll develop a reflective approach to special education and critical thinking skills that are transferable to the workplace. 

Students on this course come from all over the country because its content is so comprehensive. Many already work with children with SEND.

We'll allow you to bring your passion and experience to the course. We emphasize sharing and discussing personal experiences to enrich our teaching.

General Eligibility

112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the

UCAS tariff calculator, including:

  • A Level in at least two subjects

  • BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM

  • BTEC Diploma – DD

  • Access to HE Diploma

  • T Levels - International Baccalaureate – 24 points, including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level

We also welcome applications from students taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator and will assess the suitability on a case-by-case basis.

In addition to one of the above, you should have the following:

  • GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English

  • GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics

International Qualifications

We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications besides A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Foundation Year
  • Mental Wealth: Introduction to Academic and Professional Identity/Practice

  • Introduction to Early Childhood, Special Needs and Education

  • Social, Emotional and Mental Health

  • Placements in Context - Play and Learning

  • Skills for Academic and Professional Writing

  • Research in Practice: Live Project

2 Year 1
  • Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 1

  • Exploring Social Worlds

  • Key Principles for Inclusion and Diversity

  • Emerging Research Communities

  • Practice Module Part 1

  • Practice module Part 2

3 Year 2
  • Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 2

  • Identity and Social Justice

  • Building Research Communities

  • Contemporary Issues in Education

  • Specific Learning Difficulties

  • SEND Careers

4 Year 3
  • Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 3

  • Critical and Global Perspectives on Education

  • Volunteering

  • Communication and Interaction

  • Independent Research Project

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS score of 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking (or recognized equivalent).

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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