Ireland

Special Education - Sligo St. Angela's

Course code: SG_ESESE_M09
Level: Level 9
Award: Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
Classification: Major
Awarding body: Atlantic Technological University
Duration: 2 years part-time blended delivery. Study Hours During the 8-week block release live lectures normally take place between 9am and 4pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 3.00pm Friday. Each 15 credit module holds a total student effort of 300 hours. Total student effort comprises contact hours, tutor directed study and independent study. On-Campus Attendance This programme includes a block release from school/centre for a total of eight weeks for face-to-face lectures at the ATU St Angelas campus. The programme also includes online learning and attendance on a maximum of four Saturdays (virtual) during the year. It includes supervised work in the teachers’ own schools/centres and supported ongoing study throughout the year using a variety of modes of delivery. The Advanced Research module is delivered exclusively online, with the exception of one half-day on-campus workshop. This is held in late January, usually on a Saturday.

Programme summary

This programme is designed specifically to assist teachers in meeting the learning needs of students with special educational needs. The programme blends extensive theory and practice in relation to special and inclusive education.

Entry requirements

To be eligible, applicants must be graduates and qualified teachers registered with the Teaching Council of Ireland. Potential applicants must therefore have a designated teaching role in relation to students with special educational needs. The full eligibility requirements are outlined in the relevant Department of Education Circular. In order to be considered for the MA, applicants require an award of H2.2 or higher in the Postgraduate Diploma. Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes.

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