Master of Special and Inclusive Education
University of Newcastle
Course Details
Enhance your skills in special and inclusive education. This program builds upon your existing education or heath qualifications. The program blends theory, research, practice, reflection and innovation with an emphasis on applying best-practice evidence-based approaches to support the learning and development of people with disability and/or additional need.
Qualification: Master Degree (By Coursework)
Course structure: Students are required to successfully complete 80 units of approved study according to the specialistion chosen as follows: General Special Education - consisting of 30 units of core courses, 30 units of compulsory courses and 20 units of directed courses. Early Childhood - consisting of 30 units of core courses, 40 units of compulsory courses and 10 units of directed courses. Emotional Disturbance/Behaviour Problems - consisting of 30 units of core courses, 40 units of compulsory courses and 10 units of directed courses. Deaf Studies and Deaf Education - consisting of 30 units of core courses and 50 units of compulsory courses.
Students requiring in-school experience in Special or Inclusive placements should complete EDUC6109 as a Directed course in their program of study. International Student Visa holders must study the General Special Education specialisation.