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BS (Hons) Disability Studies

Lipscomb University, United States
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Course Overview

The Disability Studies Program is offered by Lipscomb’s College of Education which is consistently ranked as one of the most effective educator preparation programs in the state of Tennessee and the nation.

If you want to work with individuals with disabilities outside the classroom, this is the degree for you. Our unique degree will provide you the opportunity to experience working in a nonprofit or therapy setting — and even start your own business.

You'll increase in confidence as you work with Lipscomb's IDEAL students. And you'll apply what you've learned off-site in a practicum with a nonprofit agency for people with disabilities. Our accomplished faculty will counsel you in your mission along the way.

General Eligibility

Business Core (52 hours*) and Other Required Courses for B.B.A. Degree.

Credit Hours:

51

Graduate Student: one who has satisfied all admissions requirements (average of 2.75 on undergraduate work, GRE acceptable scores).

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Module
  • ED 2313 - Schooling in America

  • ED 3343 - Cultural Perspectives in Education

  • ED 3353 - Characteristics and Assessment of Students with Disabilities

  • ED 3373 - Supporting Behavior of Students with Disabilities

  • ED 4043 - Complex Disabilities

  • ED 4213 - Collaboration and Co-teaching

  • ED 4223 - Communication, Language and Social Development

  • ED 4233 - Special Education Law and Ethics

  • ED 4xx6 - Disability Studies Practicum

  • HI 2213 - History of the United States I OR HI 2223 - History of the United States II

  • HI 3323 - Cultural Geography

  • SW 3313 - Child Welfare

  • LJS 3303 - Influencing Change through Civic Engagement

  • LJS 3403 - Conflict Management

  • EN 3013 - Advanced Composition and Rhetoric

  • PS 3243 - Human Development and Learning

  • Choose one class in Fine Arts.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component.

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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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