BA Learning and Teaching (Special Educational Needs and Disability) (no longer recruiting)

Programme overview

Entry requirements

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
• 3 A levels or equivalent (e.g., Level 3 CACHE in Supporting Learning)
• Access to placement or work in a teaching and learning context – minimum of 60 hours a year

Programme specification

The information on this page is accurate for students entering the programme from September 2023. For students who entered the programme before September 2023, you can find the details of your programme: BA Learning and Teaching (Special Educational Needs and Disability)(For students entering from September 2023 onwards)


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The BA Learning and Teaching with SEND is a part-time programme for those working or volunteering in training, tutoring or support roles in schools, specialist units, FE, HE, the voluntary sector, libraries and a variety of other contexts.

The programme runs for one afternoon per week and can be completed in five years. The course is aimed at those working with learners, including learners with SEND, who wish to develop their understanding and expertise and thereby enhance their career opportunities.

The BA combines the development of specialist knowledge through optional modules (for example on dyslexia, Autism, coaching and mentoring or leadership) with core modules on how learners learn, typical and atypical development, developing teaching skills and broader issues in education, and including a work-based learning module, enabling reflection on professional structures and practice. The dissertation offers the opportunity to research a particular area of interest.

The course modules focus on linking theory and practice. Sessions promote discussion of individual professional experiences linked to the focus topic and assessments enable more in-depth analysis of practice.

Teaching is in relatively small groups, enabling students to actively engage in sessions and benefit from a supportive context. Members of the Lifelong Learning Centre staff team are dedicated to helping students with all aspects of their progress to make the most of their time at the University.

Year 1

(no longer recruiting)

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Compulsory Modules

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC1414	Introduction to Typical and Atypical Child Development	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
LLLC1415	How Do Learners Learn	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
LLLC1417	Inclusion and Special Educational Needs and Disability	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
LLLC1437	Academic and Professional Skills for Learning and Teaching	20	Not running in 202425

Year 2

(no longer recruiting)

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Compulsory Modules

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC1416	Developing Teaching Skills to Meet Learners' Needs	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan), Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
LLLC2260	Education Perspectives and Policy	20	Not running in 202425

Optional Modules

Basket 1: Candidates will be required to study 1 module from the following optional modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC1411	Working With Others in Children's Services	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
LLLC2228	Using Stories to Develop Learning	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
LLLC2268	Introduction to Dyslexia	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Basket 2: Candidates will be required to study 1 module from the following optional modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC2286	Work based practice with SEND learners	20	Not running in 202425
LLLC2289	Adolescent and Middle Years Development	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
LLLC2293	Violent and Sexually Offending Young People	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
LLLC2303	Writing for Children and Young Adults	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
LLLC2304	Counselling Skills for Professional Practice	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)

Year 3

(no longer recruiting)

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Compulsory Modules

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC2258	Understanding Education Research	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
LLLC2259	Creating Learning Resources	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)

Optional Modules

Basket 1: Candidates will be required to study 1 module from the following optional modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC2228	Using Stories to Develop Learning	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
LLLC2268	Introduction to Dyslexia	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)
LLLC2283	Young People, Families and Mental Health	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Basket 2: Candidates will be required to study 1 module from the following optional modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC2202	Curriculum and Assessment in Teaching and Learning	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
LLLC2286	Work based practice with SEND learners	20	Not running in 202425

Year 4

(no longer recruiting)

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Compulsory Modules

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC3952	Researching the Learning and Teaching Sector	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
LLLC3987	Contemporary Issues and Debates	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Optional Modules

Basket 1: Candidates will be required to study 1 module from the following optional modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC3966	Who do you think you are? Exploring Learning Identities	20	Semester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Basket 2: Candidates will be required to study 1 module from the following optional modules:

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC3945	An Introduction to Autism	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)
LLLC3984	Leadership for Learning in Community and Educational Settings	20	Semester 2 (Jan to Jun)

Year 5

(no longer recruiting)

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Compulsory Modules

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules (capstone):

Code	Title	Credits	Semester	Pass for Progression
LLLC3969	Dissertation	40	Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)

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