MA in Special and Inclusive Education
A master’s programme for qualified teachers to advance expertise in supporting students with special educational needs.
Best for:Best for qualified teachers with a teaching council registration who want to deepen their expertise in special and inclusive education through a blended learning approach.
Overview
This Master of Arts programme at ATU St. Angela’s is designed for qualified teachers seeking to specialise in special and inclusive education. It combines theoretical frameworks with hands-on practice to equip educators with the skills to meet diverse learning needs. The curriculum integrates block-release lectures, online modules, and supervised work in participants’ own schools. Applicants must hold a teaching qualification and demonstrate prior experience working with students who have special educational needs. The programme blends research, policy, and practical strategies to foster inclusive classroom environments.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement inclusive teaching strategies tailored to students with diverse learning needs.
- Conduct research on current trends and best practices in special and inclusive education.
- Engage in supervised practical work within your own school or educational setting.
- Participate in block-release lectures and online modules to deepen theoretical knowledge.
- Collaborate with peers and educators to design supportive learning environments.
- Complete an advanced research module focusing on a topic relevant to special education.
Requirements
Degree required: A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and a teaching qualification registered with the Teaching Council of Ireland, with a designated teaching role in special educational needs.
Degree offered: MA in Special and Inclusive Education
Language: English (proficiency at a level suitable for academic study in Ireland)
Instruction: English
- Registered teaching qualification from the Teaching Council of Ireland
- Prior experience teaching students with special educational needs
- Ability to engage in self-directed and collaborative learning
- Familiarity with educational theory and practice in inclusive settings
- Must be a qualified teacher registered with the Teaching Council of Ireland
- Must have a designated teaching role in special educational needs
- Must hold an award of H2.2 or higher in the Postgraduate Diploma (if applicable)
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is considered for eligible applicants
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How to apply
Deadline: September 2026 intake: closed; January intake: typically October of the prior year (check course webpage)
Applicants must apply through the official ATU application portal. Submit your CV, teaching qualification certificate, and any relevant transcripts. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria, including the Teaching Council registration and prior experience. Applications for September intake close in February, while January intake applications typically open in October.
- CV
- Teaching Council of Ireland registration certificate
- Proof of prior teaching experience in special educational needs
- Transcripts of previous qualifications (if applicable)
- Postgraduate Diploma award certificate (if applicable)
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