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Independent Distance Learning
Course starts: 13 October 2025Apply now
Be a professional guide and leader. Explore the impact on the learning and development of children such as teacher knowledge and confidence, mental health and specific learning difficulties. Study from anywhere in the world.
This SEND course is for practitioners in the education and care sectors who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of effective provision and practice for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The degree reflects the differing contexts of practitioners across the globe with an interest in working with children and young people with SEND and is designed to provide weekly opportunities to put learning into practice and evaluate impact.
This postgraduate SEND course is for professionals who have an interest in meeting the needs of children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
The degree has been designed to fit around work commitments and is taught via distance learning under the guidance and support of the Programme Leader and Module Leaders.
Are you thinking of becoming a special needs teacher? Here we’re exploring all about what Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) means in an educational context, including what you need to become a special needs teacher or Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO).
Learn all about what it's like to become a SEND teacher
Online distance learning is a flexible way of taking a course without the need to attend traditional lectures at a college or university, with all of the course material being delivered online. Distance learners studying with the University of Sunderland benefit from lectures and support delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment, which is accessible from anywhere in the world.
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We don’t currently display entry requirements for United States. Please contact the Student Admin team on studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk or 0191 515 3154.
We usually require applicants to hold at least a second class honours degree (usually a 2:1) or equivalent. Qualifications gained outside the UK will be equivalency checked.
You'll also be currently working with children or young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Applicants whose first language isn't English must achieve a minimum IELTS band score of 6.5, with 6.5 in writing, and no less than 6 in Reading, Speaking and Listening.
Please note, along with your application form, you must upload the following documents:
The fee is £2,600.
Take a look at the scholarships and bursaries that may be available to you.
This information was correct at the time of publication.
We offer high quality teaching that is evidence-based and relevant to your future career. On successful completion of this course you can progress onto the MA Education or MA International Education which are also available via distance learning.
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