MEd Inclusion and Special Educational Needs 12 months Postgraduate Program By Queen's University Belfast |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

12 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

21,500 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

27 Jun, 2025Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MEd

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

As contemporary societies become more heterogeneous, and as inclusive education reforms gain currency across the world, educational systems are being challenged to address some fundamental questions about teaching and learning related to the accommodation of and respect for difference.


Underpinning the movement for inclusion is a concern for social justice and wellbeing. Meeting the diverse needs of learners within today's schools, colleges and universities, is one of the most challenging and important tasks facing education today.


This thoroughly revised Master's degree is unique not only because of the disciplinary approaches it employs, but also because students study and apply an approach to wellbeing that has been developed by some of the world’s leading thinkers.


This is an approach that is internationally recognised by, for example, the UN, and whose principles are increasingly found in government policy on education and SEN, namely the Capability Approach. We are one of the very few institutions in the UK to offer this practical and ethical approach to assessing issues of SEN, equality and inclusion.


The skills you will develop include critical thinking skills and how best to be an inclusive practitioner. Importantly, this is a professionally based degree which means that you will apply what you have learned to your own professional practice whether you are a classroom assistant, SENCO or university lecturer.

Program overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MEd

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

As contemporary societies become more heterogeneous, and as inclusive education reforms gain currency across the world, educational systems are being challenged to address some fundamental questions about teaching and learning related to the accommodation of and respect for difference.


Underpinning the movement for inclusion is a concern for social justice and wellbeing. Meeting the diverse needs of learners within today's schools, colleges and universities, is one of the most challenging and important tasks facing education today.


This thoroughly revised Master's degree is unique not only because of the disciplinary approaches it employs, but also because students study and apply an approach to wellbeing that has been developed by some of the world’s leading thinkers.


This is an approach that is internationally recognised by, for example, the UN, and whose principles are increasingly found in government policy on education and SEN, namely the Capability Approach. We are one of the very few institutions in the UK to offer this practical and ethical approach to assessing issues of SEN, equality and inclusion.


The skills you will develop include critical thinking skills and how best to be an inclusive practitioner. Importantly, this is a professionally based degree which means that you will apply what you have learned to your own professional practice whether you are a classroom assistant, SENCO or university lecturer.

Admission requirements

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A 2.1 Honours degree or above or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any subject discipline.


Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University may also be considered if they have at least two years of professional experience in an education, training or relevant context.

27 Jun 2025
1 Year
Sep
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

7,300 GBP
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International Students

21,500 GBP
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Queen’s University Belfast offers 346 undergraduate courses – including but not limited to:

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How to apply:

To apply for a course at Queen’s University Belfast, you will need to do so through UCAS – the centralized system for applying for undergraduate degrees in the UK. You will be able to apply to up to five courses at a time, providing a personal statement and ensuring that you have met each university’s entry requirements. Note that entry requirements are likely to be different for each course, even within the same university. Once you have secured a place to study and have obtained a firm start date, you may need to apply for a student visa, depending on your nationality.

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Queen’s University Belfast currently runs a total of 138 postgraduate programs, covering subjects such as:

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How to apply:

To apply for a postgraduate course at Queen’s University Belfast, you will need to submit an online application through the Postgraduate Direct Applications Portal. Note that while there is no deadline for postgraduate applications, with the exception of a few courses listed here, early application is advisable – especially for international students who need a visa. 

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