University of Huddersfield
Special Educational Needs, Disabilities and Inclusion BA (Hons)
University of Huddersfield

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 105 graduates of Special Educational Needs, Disabilities and Inclusion BA (Hons) and other courses in Sociology at University of Huddersfield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Sociology.

Overall student satisfaction
69 /100
105 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Sociology

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Sociology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £23000 £16000 £22500
25-75 percentile range £20500 - £25000 £10500 - £22500 £17500 - £25500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Sociology

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22921 £19280 £22033
25-75 percentile range £18808 - £26513 £14043 - £24436 £16019 - £28374

Course Description

Following completion of this course, you could make a real difference to the lives of those with special educational needs and disabilities.

You’ll learn from professionals with a wealth of experience in a range of educational and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) contexts, benefiting from the opportunity to reflect on how your learning can be applied to practice, with placements in different settings.

As you can tailor your work placement to suit your interests within the subject, you’ll be better equipped to secure a post-University role which makes best use of your skills and experience.

On this course, you’ll also examine how policy and legislation have contributed to our understanding of children and young people with SEND.

Why Study Special Educational Needs, Disabilities and Inclusion BA(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?

Successfully complete this course and you could secure a role in education in a range of organisations, including:

  • special and inclusive educational contexts
  • schools
  • businesses
  • Local Authorities
  • the non-governmental sector.

You might go on to work in a variety of roles. Or you could choose to further your studies, undertaking a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or an Social Work MSC,for example.

Professional Bodies

At Huddersfield, you’ll also study the Global Professional Award alongside your degree†, allowing you to gain valuable qualities and experiences that could help you get the career you want, no matter what your field of study is.

†full-time, undergraduate first degrees with a minimum duration of three years. This does not include postgraduate, foundation, top-up, accelerated or apprenticeship degrees.

Why Huddersfield?

Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Special Educational Needs, Disabilities and Inclusion BA (Hons) at University of Huddersfield

20% Teaching Professionals
15% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
10% Secretarial and related occupations
10% Engineering professionals
5% Artistic, literary and media occupations
5% Sports and fitness occupations
5% Administrative occupations
5% Finance Professionals
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Sales occupations

You’ll be taught through a series of lectures, seminars, tutorials, and interactive workshops. On average, 24.5 per cent† of the study time on the course is spent with your tutors (either face to face or online) in lectures, seminars, tutorials etc. You’ll also have a personal tutor who’ll be assigned to you throughout your degree to support your ongoing wellbeing. **†based on 2020/2021 timetables ** You study four modules each year. These place an emphasis on work-based practice, plus theory and policy. We’ll help you to develop your skills as a reflective practitioner and to improve your academic ability. You’ll be encouraged to develop your own interests by choosing an option module in Year 3 and will learn strategies and methodologies to undertake research in-line with ethical practice. Assessments vary and include essays, academic discussions and presentations, amongst others. Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees

Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Special Educational Needs, Disabilities and Inclusion, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Special Educational Needs, Disabilities and Inclusion BA (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
EU £16500 year 1
International £16500 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of University of Huddersfield in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Huddersfield in related subject specific rankings.

Education

    • #16 
    • #19 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #47 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #472 
    Education
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #57 
    • #501 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]

See all 27 university rankings of University of Huddersfield

About University of Huddersfield

The University of Huddersfield is a research university which is maintained through public funding, based in Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. The university’s main campus, known as Queensgate, is located within just five minute’s walking distance of Huddersfield city centre. In addition, there are two other campuses used for distinct functions, the Oldham campus and the Barnsley campus.

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Student composition of University of Huddersfield

undergraduates:
11075
postgraduates:
3010
Total:
14085
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