
The MA Inclusion at Birmingham

Our flexible, online MA Inclusion programme (with pathways) will give you the confidence to support children, young people or adults with diverse needs across a variety of settings, including education, health and social care.
The part-time MA is ideal for teachers, and educational or support professionals in national and international settings. Our range of modules provides an opportunity to deepen your understanding of inclusive practices and choose specialist pathways tailored to the unique learning needs of different groups.
If you are looking for a shorter commitment, we also offer a one-year, part-time Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) as an option to gain a specialist qualification at Masters level.
Join us to explore inclusive practices through different specialisms and make a meaningful impact in your chosen field.
Online delivery
Our programme is taught online, part-time and gives you the flexibility to study around other commitments. We provide:
- Online materials: content is released weekly for you to study at your own pace.
- Online live classes: these sessions enhance your learning experience by allowing you to meet and interact with your instructor and classmates as you study.

Course highlights
The Department of DISN- The University of Birmingham is a leading research base for inclusive education and special educational needs.
- The MA Inclusion degree offers both flexibility and the opportunity to develop a specialism, with a range of modules available.
- Our courses develop real insight and encourage reflective practice, bringing your learning back to your own context so that you can instigate meaningful change, professionally or personally.
- We offer high quality tutoring from senior practitioners and researchers in the Department of Disability, Inclusion, and Special Needs (DISN).
- You will join a strong community of like-minded practitioner students and benefit from our local, national and international networks.
Explore our specialist pathways

Autism in Adults
Discover inclusive practices and develop personalised, evidence-based support strategies to address the barriers faced by autistic adults and young people.

Autism in Children
Explore educational approaches for autistic children, develop inclusive practices, and deepen your understanding of autism spectrum theories.

Inclusion and Special Educational Needs
Tailor your studies by combining modules to enhance your ability to manage behaviours, develop inclusive curricula, and design interventions for diverse learners.

Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
Develop expertise in addressing SEBD through research-driven modules and practical skills
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