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Teaching

Students take two modules in year one, and two modules in year two. Both SpLD modules are taught on Monday evenings for three hours on campus over a period of 12 consecutive weeks.

The course is designed to enable experienced practitioners in education and related professions to critically engage in the social, political and global debates relating to the assessment, intervention and learning experiences of children, young people and adults with dyslexia. It is also designed to encourage greater understanding and a critical appreciation of the trends and developments in dyslexia assessment and intervention across schools and relevant settings. The course offers an in-depth focus on contemporary perspectives of dyslexia and inclusive practice together with the opportunity to widen students’ theoretical understanding through research and evaluation within their respective professional roles.

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status plus teaching experience or a minimum of two years’ experience of supporting students with literacy difficulties in further or Higher Education.
  • An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check on the Child Workforce and Child Barring List and subscription to the DBS Update Service. (Overseas equivalent required for non-uk applicants)

The course welcomes international applicants and requires an English level of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.

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This information was accurate on : 28/04/2021
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