Master of Arts in Special Education, Specialization in School Heilpädagogik
A part-time, practice-oriented Master's program in Special Education offered in Brig.
Best for:Best for working teachers and education professionals seeking specialized training in school-based special education and inclusive pedagogies.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Special Education, with a specialization in School Heilpädagogik (MA SHP), is a joint decentralized and modular study program offered by the University of Teacher Education Valais (PH-VS) and the Intercantonal University of Special Education Zurich. Designed for working professionals, the program provides a practice-oriented curriculum with flexible scheduling ranging from 4 to 12 semesters. Most of the studies take place at the Brig campus, making it an ideal opportunity for individuals living and working in the Canton of Valais. Students engage in specialized pedagogical training to meet professional requirements in inclusive and special education settings.
What you'll do
- Complete modular coursework in special education and school-based heilpädagogik
- Participate in decentralized classes and training sessions primarily located at the Brig campus
- Integrate theoretical frameworks into practical educational settings
- Fulfill 120 ECTS credits through flexible study duration ranging from 4 to 12 semesters
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent teaching qualification
Degree offered: Master of Arts in Sonderpädagogik, Diplom in Sonderpädagogik Vertiefungsrichtung Schulische Heilpädagogik
Language: German; strong proficiency required for coursework and materials
Instruction: German
- Professional background or interest in education and teaching
- Ability to balance part-time studies with professional work schedules
- Capacity for independent and modular learning
- Suitable for individuals living and working in the Canton of Valais and surrounding regions
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How to apply
Deadline: 2025-03-24
Interested candidates should review the application guidelines on the official institutional portal and submit their application documents online through the provided application link before the specified deadline.
- CV
- University transcripts
- Degree certificates
- Identity proof
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