24 monthsProgramme duration
14 Sep, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Approximately 10% of learners have dyslexia. Schools recognise the need for dyslexia training and teachers with the skills to understand, identify and support children with dyslexia. By acquiring specialist teaching and assessment skills around dyslexia, you’ll become a valuable addition to the school team.
The MA in Specific Learning Difficulties / Dyslexia comprises modules that integrate both theory and practice and are taught through sessions and assessed projects. Through workshops, case studies, assignments and research, you’ll justify your professional practice and become a specialist dyslexia teacher.
This course is accredited by the British Dyslexia Association (BDA), and can enable you to apply for:
- Approved Teacher Status (ATS)
- Approved Practitioner Status (APS)
- Associate Member of the British Dyslexia Association (AMBDA)
- Assessment Practising Certificate (APC).
With one or more of these qualifications, you become an approved teacher and/or assessor.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Approximately 10% of learners have dyslexia. Schools recognise the need for dyslexia training and teachers with the skills to understand, identify and support children with dyslexia. By acquiring specialist teaching and assessment skills around dyslexia, you’ll become a valuable addition to the school team.
The MA in Specific Learning Difficulties / Dyslexia comprises modules that integrate both theory and practice and are taught through sessions and assessed projects. Through workshops, case studies, assignments and research, you’ll justify your professional practice and become a specialist dyslexia teacher.
This course is accredited by the British Dyslexia Association (BDA), and can enable you to apply for:
- Approved Teacher Status (ATS)
- Approved Practitioner Status (APS)
- Associate Member of the British Dyslexia Association (AMBDA)
- Assessment Practising Certificate (APC).
With one or more of these qualifications, you become an approved teacher and/or assessor.
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Tuition fees
Domestic
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