Program Overview

MSc Autism

The MSc Autism provides a critical understanding of the conceptual frameworks relevant to understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This Masters-level course enables you to understand complex cognitive and affective theories essential to supporting the autism profile.

Key Facts

• Start date: September
• Application deadline: August
• Study mode and duration: 12 months full-time

Study with Us

• Understand complex cognitive and affective theories essential to supporting the autism profile
• Translate theory into practice with a work placement
• Receive input from internationally-respected autism experts
• Suitable for anyone looking to pursue full-time study in this area
• Open to international students

Programme Leader

Gillian McConnell has over 25 years’ experience working with Autistic people in a variety of settings, such as social care, criminal justice, and education.

Learning & Teaching

The course is taught through a range of student and staff-led research seminars that you’ll participate in.

Assessment

The course is assessed through written coursework that draws on academic study and reflection on practical experiences in education.

Guest Lecturers

We work with leading autism professionals to provide expert input throughout the classes. Visiting lecturers include Dr Tommy MacKay, who is a practising Educational Psychologist.

Course Content

Please note that the below is an indicative list of classes. These are subject to change.

• Compulsory classes
  • Conceptual Frameworks in Autism
  • The Spectrum of Autism
  • Responding to the Impact of Autism: Approaches and Interventions
  • Experiential Placement
  • Research Methods & Reasoning
  • Dissertation
• Elective classes
  • Autism & Related Conditions
  • Autism & Schooling
  • Multi-professional Work & Family Support
  • Independent Study Module (part-time only)

Entry Requirements

• Academic requirements/experience: Undergraduate Honours degree in a related discipline, or equivalent qualification. Direct lived experience of living or experience of working with autistic people.
• English language requirements: Please check the University's English requirements before making your application.

International Students

We've a thriving international community with students coming here to study from over 140 countries across the world.

Fees & Funding

All fees quoted are for full-time courses and per academic year unless stated otherwise.

• Scotland: £9,550
• England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £9,550
• Republic of Ireland: If you are an Irish citizen and have been ordinary resident in the Republic of Ireland for the three years prior to the relevant date, and will be coming to Scotland for Educational purposes only, you will meet the criteria of England, Wales & Northern Ireland fee status.
• International: £21,550
• Additional costs:
  • PVG scheme (Protection of Vulnerable Groups): £59 membership fee.
  • International students: International students may have associated visa and immigration costs.

Careers

We have graduates working across the third sector for organisations such as the National Autistic Society, Scottish Autism, and other organisations within the care sector. Former students have gone on to work in a variety of roles within neurodevelopmental or autism-specific teams, including:

• Specialist speech and language therapists
• Occupational therapists
• Family support workers
• Teachers in additional support for learning schools

Life in Glasgow

Glasgow is Scotland's biggest & most cosmopolitan city. Our campus is based right in the very heart of Glasgow, next to the Merchant City, both of which are great locations for sightseeing, shopping, and socialising alongside your studies.