Special Educational Needs and Disability
University of DerbySpecial Educational Needs and Disability BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Derby, based in Derby, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £27,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is BCC.
A-Level Entry
BCC
Typical offer · UCAS
UCAS Points
104 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£27,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
This course will prepare you for a broad range of roles where you can improve the life experiences of individuals with special learning needs. You'll gain an in-depth understanding of all aspects of SEND, harnessing the latest research to stimulate your thinking and challenge your ideas. You will also have the opportunity to undertake work placements in the areas of education, health, or social care to develop your practical, professional, and intellectual skills within real-world environments.
Our distinctive degree paves the way to some of the most rewarding, inspiring and satisfying careers of all – working in special educational needs and disability support:
- Prepare for roles where you can make a genuine difference – from family liaison and inclusion support to teaching assistance and mentoring
- Build an in-depth understanding of the theories, factors and contexts for special educational needs and disability (SEND)
- Undertake work placements to develop your practical, professional and intellectual skills
- Learn from experts in the fields of education, health, psychology and social work to gain real insights into professional life
- If you already have a Foundation degree then and wish to top it up to a full BA (Hons) then you can do so by applying directly to the university
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Derby
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Education
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £27,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ