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Master of Education (Special Education)
Postgraduate | TUA-MSE-MAS | 2023
Course information for 2023 intake
Support learners with special needs in mainstream classrooms
Expand and formalise your skills. The autism stream explores autistic students in the inclusive classroom. The mental health stream covers mental health supports in schools. The learning stream dives into learning differences like dyslexia and ADHD.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- Approx. 1.5 years full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 12
- Price from
- $30,618
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Master of Education (Special Education)
About this degree
As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready. During this course you will:
- Investigate, identify and develop innovative solutions in education.
- Make independent judgements regarding the relevance and effectiveness of current educational developments.
- Work with other educators and stakeholders towards common goals.
- Engage in ethical and accountable educational practice.
In this course, the autism stream provides you with advanced skills in supporting people with autism; the mental health stream focuses on mental wellbeing, with an emphasis on anxiety, depression and eating disorders; and the learning stream provides you with the experience to support people with a range of learning needs. This is not an accredited Australian Initial Teacher Education course and therefore does not qualify the student to teach in Australia.
Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it's all about flexibility.
Course duration: 2 years full time, 4 to 6 years part time
Recommended study pattern
The Master of Education (Special Education) course structure is comprised of 12 subjects (120 credit points). The course of study consists of 11 core and 1 elective subjects at 10 credit points each.Award requirements
To graduate with the Master of Education (Special Education), students must satisfactorily complete 12 subjects consisting of 11 core subjects and 1 elective subjects.At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.
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Entry requirements
Torrens University Australia offers flexible entry options and study pathways, whether you’re finishing school, pursuing career progression or looking for a change. Entry requirements for this course includes:
- AQF Level 7 (Bachelor degree) or above from an Australia University ; OR
- An equivalent overseas higher education qualification
- Demonstrated skills and knowledge gained through paid or unpaid employment, formal learning and/or non-formal learning (presented on a current resume with attached cover letter).
Standard English language requirements apply.
Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started. Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.
- Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience. Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.
Career opportunities
Special needs education is a response to a large section of our population – our disabled community. You will have opportunities to bring educational value to those living with various disabilities in schools, TAFEs, universities and other agencies seeking to improve special education programs. It also provides an avenue for Lead Teacher status and leadership opportunities within schools and other educational establishments.
Potential career paths include:
- Leadership role in Literacy
- Teacher Aide
- Consultancy
- Teacher Aide
- Consultancy
Career outlook
- Private Tutors and Teachers:
- Unknown average
- Special Education Teachers:
- Unknown average