Autism and Learning

Syllabus

The MEd programme is comprised of seven courses contributing to a total of 180 credit points at SCQF Level 11 (PG5).

• Course 1: Understanding Autism in an Inclusive Context (15 credits at SCQF Level 11)
• Course 2: Enabling Learning and Participation (15 credits at SCQF Level 11)
• Course 3: Making Sense of Behaviour (15 credits at SCQF Level 11)
• Course 4: The Autism Friendly School/Workplace (15 credits at SCQF Level 11 )
• Course 5: Autism and Learning: Adolescence into Adulthood (30 credits at SCQF Level 11)
• Course 6: Professional Enquiry (30 credits at SCQF Level 11)
• Course 7: Dissertation or Work-based Project (60 credits at SCQF Level 11)

Assessment

Formative and summative assessment is a feature of all courses. All assessments are designed to arise naturally from course content and learning. All summative assessments focus directly on workplace applications.

Aims

• To develop knowledge and critical understanding of the concept of inclusion and associated principles of equality, social justice, participation and partnership.
• To develop a deep understanding of the complex conceptual issues in Autism, and the key theories, principles and issues in the field.
• To critically review a range of theoretical perspectives.
• To critically evaluate current research in the field.
• To critically review a variety of strategies and approaches and their evidence base.
• To develop collaborative partnerships with individuals on the spectrum, parents, colleagues and other agencies.
• To use acquired knowledge and understanding of autism to reflect critically upon practice.
• To apply acquired knowledge and understanding of autism to formulate effective support for learners on the spectrum.
• To conduct professional enquiries and use research evidence to generate professional knowledge and enhance understanding and practice
• To apply acquired knowledge and understanding of autism to contribute to staff development and school / workplace improvement.