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University of Derby Online Learning

Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) (Top Up)

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Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
BA (Hons) Online Online 1 - 2 years September £5730 in total £5730 in total
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About Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) (Top Up), BA (Hons) - at University of Derby Online Learning

If you already work or intend to work in a special education needs and disability (SEND) setting and hold a level 5 qualification, this programme allows you to top-up to a full BA (Hons) degree with one or two years of online study.

The BA (Hons) Special Education Needs and Disability Top Up degree course will deepen your critical knowledge, skills and application to an understanding of the diverse and inclusive aspect of SEND. 

Critical application of theory to practice

Explore how SEND may impact upon children, young people and adults, building the professional skills and knowledge to meet their needs. You’ll advance your professional development through studying core modules which cover profound and multiple learning difficulties, autism and the importance of identity and the lived experience. The curriculum is structured to provide a cohesive focus on the key issues and debates relating to SEND, from a multi-disciplinary perspective.


Entry requirements

Contact University of Derby Online Learning to find course entry requirements.


Why study at University of Derby Online Learning

  • We are experts in online education and adopt best practice approach to online course design and delivery. 
  • Many of our courses have three intakes per year so you can choose your preferred intake.  
  • Pay as You Study payment plan allowing you to spread the cost of your course fees.
  • Full cloud campus and student services so you can easily access the support you need.
  • Interactive learning through our virtual learning platform, so you can work with fellow students, chat with tutors, engage in live virtual sessions, network and develop new friendships and professional contacts.