MA Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion via Study Centres

The MA Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (SEND) is a flexible postgraduate degree ideal for teachers and educational professionals looking to deepen their knowledge and expand their career options in SEND education. It’s designed to support progression in a variety of educational settings or into related sectors like education policy or government. The course provides a clear progression route into careers where you can help achieve better outcomes for children and young people with SEND. Throughout the degree, you’ll develop your ability to interpret, understand, and conduct research at master's level, as well as collaborate with others to form and debate your own understanding of SEND. Some of the industries you may be able to go into with this degree include: Please note, this course doesn't lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

International students: £19,000 per year

UK students: £9,250 per year

UK/Home: £9,250 per year

International: £19,000 per year

October 2026 Full-timeOctober 2026 Part-timeDistance Learning

No fixed deadline — apply at least 6 months before your start date via the University's direct application portal.

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