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59 Master's degrees in Special Education in United Kingdom

Applied Behaviour Analysis
The broad aim of the Applied Behaviour Analysis degree offered at Ulster University is to give students the opportunity to develop their theoretical and conceptual knowledge in behaviour analysis.
SEN-ALN (Autism)
The SEN-ALN (Autism) course at University of South Wales is unique in Wales. It is the only practice-based study of autism in the region and draws a wide range of students from south Wales and the west of England, as well as international students.
Specific Learning Difficulties
If you’re a teacher, or have experience working in education, this Specific Learning Difficulties program at Bath Spa University has been designed with you in mind. You’ll broaden your career opportunities and develop skill sets for career advancement within and beyond the school context.

Inclusive Education - Research, Policy and Practice
The Inclusive Education - Research, Policy and Practice programme of the University of Glasgow considers learner diversity (e.g. disability) and encourages practitioners to critically engage with questions such as: Which learners are disadvantaged or excluded in our education systems?
Pre-Master's in Social Sciences - Inclusion and Special Educational Needs
Prepare for entry to a range of postgraduate degrees in areas such as education, history, law, politics and translation in the Pre-Master's in Social Sciences - Inclusion and Special Educational Needs at INTO Queen's University Belfast.
Mental Health of People with Learning Disabilities
The Mental Health of People with Learning Disabilities programme from University of Kent offers excellent opportunities for full or part-time research in intellectual disability, community care and autism leading to higher degrees. The Centre has a strong track record of attracting research studentship funding.

Inclusion (Special Educational Needs)
The Inclusion (Special Educational Needs) programme taught at University of Birmingham equips you with essential skills and deep understanding of SEND policies and practices.
Education - Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Education - Special Educational Needs and Disabilities from St Mary's University, Twickenham, London course develops a systematic understanding of knowledge related to SEND through critical engagement with theory and practice.
Inclusive and Special Education
Inclusive and Special Education at University of Leeds is designed for teachers, educators and education leaders who want to lead transformative change in diverse educational settings without pausing their careers or relocating.
Special Educational Needs
The MA in Special Educational Needs at the University of East London is a one-year full-time programme designed to deepen your understanding of inclusive education. This course equips you with essential skills and knowledge to support learners with special educational needs. The programme is delivered in a flexible format, accommodating various learning styles.
Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties (Online)
This Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties (Online) course from University of Birmingham prepares practitioners to critically evaluate and develop evidence-based practices to support learners with dyslexia and other literacy difficulties.

Inclusion (Autism Adults)
Our online Inclusion (Autism Adults) programme offered at University of Birmingham equips you with specialised knowledge in autism, rooted in research, practice and insights from autistic individuals.
Education (Special Educational Needs)
The University of Bedfordshire offers a part-time M.A. in Education (Special Educational Needs), designed for professionals in the SEND field. This course provides a flexible approach to learning, enabling students to balance their studies with other commitments while gaining insights from experienced educators.
Special and Inclusive Education
The Special and Inclusive Education MA is a one-year programme offered by UCL, designed for those wishing to deepen their understanding of special educational needs and inclusive practices. Available in both campus-based and online formats, this degree equips students with the skills needed to advance in their professional careers or pursue further academic research in the field.
Special Educational Needs and Inclusion (Autism Pathway)
Special Educational Needs and Inclusion (Autism Pathway) from the University of Northampton will help you to develop your knowledge and skills in the field of Special Educational Needs and Inclusion, specialising in the autism spectrum, including Asperger syndrome.
International Education
The International Education programme at the University of St Andrews gives students the opportunity to integrate and explore theory and practice in the field of International Education. You will have the flexibility to select modules of interest and of benefit to your future career and will interact online with students on education-related programmes in St Andrews and around the world.

Education - Special Educational Needs and Inclusion
The Education - Special Educational Needs and Inclusion programme from UUniversity of Hertfordshire is a research-led postgraduate degree in education with taught elements, uniquely designed to give you the expertise to investigate the challenges and opportunities involved in creating equitable and inclusive learning environments.
Special Educational Needs
The Special Educational Needs programme from Liverpool Hope University is designed for teachers, educators and others with a personal and a professional interest in the field of special educational needs and inclusion.
Education (Special Educational Needs)
The M.A. Education (Special Educational Needs) at University of Huddersfield will allow you to critically engage with current thinking about inclusive and special education.