Special Educational Needs and Disability Studies BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons)

This is the perfect degree for those who have an interest in Special Educational Needs and Disability and would like to work with children, young people and/or adults who have special educational needs or are disabled, and their families and carers. The course has been designed by both academics and professionals working in disability and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) contexts.<br/><br/>Our BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs and Disability Studies enables you to recognise the key elements of exclusion in society and provides you with the tools to challenge this. Youll explore a number of theories and models regarding disability which will give you the confidence and the knowledge to work towards a more inclusive society.<br/><br/>You will experience placements alongside taught modules, enabling theory to be put into practice. Sessions are delivered by professional practitioners to ensure that the degree remains up-to-date and relevant, as well as inspiring our students around potential careers and future research. Well encourage you to explore disability policy and practice with critical reflection and curiosity.<br/><br/>**Why this course at Marjon?**<br/><br/>• Course designed with experts in the field.<br/>• Focus on recent major government reforms and their impact in practice.<br/>• Placements in first and second year.<br/>• You will be provided with the tools necessary to promote true inclusivity throughout your personal and professional life.<br/><br/>**What might I become?**<br/><br/>Work in charities, healthcare, voluntary organisations or all stages of education, or move into further training, for example as a teacher or a social worker.<br/><br/>**Find out more at Open Day**<br/><br/>Open Day is your opportunity to find out more about studying Special Education Needs & Disability Studies at Marjon. You’ll meet lecturers and find out why we are ranked second in the UK for teaching quality*. Our student life talks will help you prepare to go to university, covering topics such as careers, funding, sport and our award winning on-campus student support service. You can also take a tour of the campus with a current student and find out about the student-led clubs and societies.<br/><br/>Book on to an Open Day at: www.marjon.ac.uk/open-day<br/><br/>**Why study at Marjon?** <br/><br/>• Small, person-focused university <br/>• No.2 university in England for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2024) <br/>• No.4 university in the UK for Career Prospects (WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2023) <br/>• No.4 uni in England for Education (Student Experience) (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023)