University of South Wales
SEN/ALN (Autism) MA
University of South Wales

Course modalities offered
  • On campus - h City Campus, Newport
  • Sep 16, 2024 Part-time - 5 years
  • On campus - h Newport
  • Sep 16, 2024 Part-time - 1 years
  • On campus - h City Campus, Newport
  • Sep 16, 2024 Full-time - 2 years
  • On campus - h City Campus, Newport
  • Sep 23, 2024 Part-time - 5 years
  • On campus - h Newport
  • Sep 23, 2024 Part-time - 1 years
  • On campus - h City Campus, Newport
  • Sep 23, 2024 Full-time - 2 years

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 105 graduates of SEN/ALN (Autism) MA and other courses in Media Studies at University of South Wales for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Media Studies.

Overall student satisfaction
94 /100
105 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

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Source: National Student Survey NSS 2023. The Overall student satisfaction data point is from 2022 (latest available year). The Office for Students made the unfortunate decision to discontinue collecting overall student satisfaction data points per course.
All Media Studies courses of University of South Wales
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Media Studies

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Media Studies 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 £21000 £18500 £22000
25-75 percentile range £16000 - £24000 £15500 - £22000 £18000 - £26500
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Media Studies courses of University of South Wales


Salary of all UK Graduates of Media Studies

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22017 £19297 £23262
25-75 percentile range £19000 - £25033 £15218 - £24297 £17814 - £29255
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
All Media Studies courses in the UK

Course Description

A Masters degree in Autism is a major boost to a career. The MA SEN (ASD) course, which is unique in Wales, is for professionals working in the field of social care, education, health or the third sector, who have contact with children or adults on the Autism Spectrum. It is also available to parents or carers who wish to further their knowledge and understanding on Autism at Masters level. The MA SEN (ASD) is the only course that offers study at this level. As such, it attracts a wide range of students from all over south Wales and the west of England, and many international students. As well as a committed team of professionals working in the field of Autism, we have visiting lecturers from the local NHS Trust specialist AS team and The National Autism Association (Wales).

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.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Media Studies courses of University of South Wales

Current jobs

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All courses of University of South Wales

Required skill level of job after 15 months

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Media Studies courses of University of South Wales

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

Example below based on all graduates of SEN/ALN (Autism) MA at University of South Wales

30% Sales occupations
20% Welfare and housing associate professionals
15% Protective service occupations
5% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Elementary occupations
5% Administrative occupations
5% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Media Professionals
5% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023

Grading & Study Time

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Each module is assessed via a written assignment of 5,000 words, which usually takes the form of an essay. Each course member is supported by a tutor who provides individual tutorials and guidance during the assignment writing process.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Media Studies

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023
All Media Studies courses of University of South Wales

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 6.0
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study SEN/ALN (Autism), MA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

A good 1st degree is preferred but experience is greatly valued. Full-time and part-time students choosing modules which have a placement component as part of the assessment process, will need to provide evidence of a current enhanced disclosure and barring service check (or its equivalent if you are an EU or international student). Full-time students wishing to take advantage of the opportunity to participate in the internship scheme will also need to provide evidence of a current enhanced disclosure and barring service check (or its equivalent if you are an EU or international student). If English is not your 1st language you should be able to demonstrate a level of at least IELTS 6.5 or equivalent (minimum score of 5.5 in each band).

Costs

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

University Rankings

Positions of University of South Wales in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of South Wales in related subject specific rankings.

Education

    • #5 
    • #42 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #7 
    • #77 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #4 
    • #501 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]

See all 16 university rankings of University of South Wales

About University of South Wales

The University of South Wales is a government funded university in Wales, and its campuses are located in Cardiff, Newport, and Pontypridd. The university is the result of the merging of the University of Glamorgan and the University of Wales, in Newport. Each campus shares an equal importance for the university, each providing its own series of facilities for distinct uses.

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Where is this programme taught

City Campus, Newport
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