Special Educational Needs Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Special Educational Needs degree at Liverpool Hope University provides a comprehensive foundation for those wishing to advocate for disability rights and social justice. This programme is designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in education, health, and social work who can support the UK's disabled population. By focusing on knowledge and empowerment rather than just needs, the curriculum values the diverse contributions of disabled individuals in modern society.

Why Special Educational Needs at Liverpool Hope University?

This programme is uniquely led by the Centre for Culture and Disability Studies, an internationally recognised research hub and the only one of its kind in the UK focused on the intersection of disability and culture. Students benefit from a supportive environment featuring both disabled and non-disabled academics, ensuring a rich variety of perspectives. The university’s strong links with partner organisations, including disabled-led groups, charities, and care providers, offer students direct insights into real-world applications of their studies.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to move from foundational activism and rights to advanced critical disability theory. Modules may include:

• Understanding Disability: Activism, Rights and Inclusion
• Re-thinking Special Education: Culture, Identity and Society
• Social Model of Disability
• Neurodiversity, Sensory and Cognitive Diversity
• Ethics of Professional Practice
• Critical Disability Theory
• Inclusive Practice and Policy
• Disability Ethics and Technology
• Dissertation

Careers with Special Educational Needs

Graduates are well-equipped for diverse roles within the education and social care sectors. Many students pursue further professional qualifications to become teachers or progress into specialised postgraduate study in disability studies or inclusion. The degree supports a variety of career paths, including roles as Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCO), inclusion support coordinators, and learning mentors. Additionally, graduates find opportunities as disability support workers or within community and charitable organisations dedicated to advocacy and social care.