Education - Autism

Around 1.5% of the school population in Ireland is autistic, according to the National Council for Special Education. If you’d like to develop a deep understanding of autism and whole-school inclusive practices at the world’s first autism-friendly university, this course is for you.

The Master of Education in Autism (MEdA) programme is being offered as a two-year level 9 blended Master level programme open to teachers working in primary and post-primary schools, or in special schools or classes. Participants will be eligible to apply who hold a Level 8 qualification in education, at minimum H2.2 and be registered with the Teaching Council of Ireland (or its equivalent in other jurisdictions). Additionally, participants must also be working with pupils on the autism spectrum for the duration of their enrolment on the MEdA. Standard entry procedures for international applicants and for applicants with disabilities apply. Applicants should meet the minimum entry criteria outlined above and will be interviewed to assess their application. Each interview will be scored according to a predetermined criterion, with places being offered to those with the highest scores. Direct Entry into Year 2 Graduates of two DCU accredited postgraduate qualifications may be considered to enter the 2nd year of the MEdA. These are; - The Graduate Certificate in the Education of Pupils on the Autism Spectrum (GCEAS), and - The Graduate Diploma in Inclusive Education, Learning Support and Special Education (GDILS). Selection criteria may apply to all candidates.