Program Overview

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BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs and Disability

Overview

Our distinctive degree paves the way to some of the most rewarding, inspiring, and satisfying careers of all – working in special educational needs and disability support.

Course Description

This course prepares you for a broad range of roles where you can improve the life experiences of individuals with special learning needs. You’ll build the skills and knowledge to support children and adults with diverse needs, such as specific learning difficulties, physical disabilities, behavioral problems, and sensory impairments.

Study Options

• Full-time: 3 years
• Part-time: Up to 6 years

Fees

• UK fee: £9,535 per year (2025/26)
• International fee: £16,900 per year (2025/26)

UCAS Points

• 112-120 (September 2024 entry)
• 104 (September 2025 entry)

UCAS Code

• X361

Start Date

• September

Location

• Kedleston Road, Derby Campus

Course Modules

Year 1

• Introduction to SEND: from Exclusion to Inclusion
• Engaging with Employability Skills and Practice: Placement 1
• Issues and Debates in SEND
• Comparative Perspectives in SEND
• The History of SEND: Past to present
• Personal, Professional and Academic Skills for the SEND Practitioner

Year 2

• (Modules not specified)

Year 3

• (Modules not specified)

Assessment

• No exams
• Small group work
• Individual peer presentations
• Completion of directed tasks and drafting of tasks
• Tutorial discussions
• Coursework

Entry Requirements

2024 Entry

• UCAS points: 112-120
• A Level: BBB-BBC
• T Level: Merit
• BTEC: DMM
• GCSE: Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
• Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6
• English language requirements: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

2025 Entry

• UCAS points: 104
• A Level: BCC
• T Level: Merit
• BTEC: DMM
• GCSE: Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
• Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6
• English language requirements: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

Additional Entry Requirements

• An Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service certificate cleared by the University is required for this course.

Careers

Our BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs and Disability degree prepares you for a wide range of careers in the SEND sector, including family liaison, advocacy, inclusion support, teaching assistance, mentoring, adult education, and careers services.

How to Apply

• UK students: Apply through UCAS or directly to the University.
• International students: Apply through our online application portal or through one of our trusted local representatives.

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• 93% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well.
• 80% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.