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Where will this course lead?

The SENDIP BA (Hons) provides progression opportunities on to PGCE's, Social work Postgraduate course, MA in SEND as well as Supervisory and management role within SEND settings.  

What will I study?

Module title

Semester delivered

Level

credits

Working and supporting children and young people with SEND and their families, in a variety of settings.

2

6

20

Creating inclusive learning environments and resources.

2

6

20

Safeguarding and Advocacy in the context of SEND

3

6

20

Leadership and Management

1

6

20

Dissertation.

1 and 3

6

20

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated, please contact us for the latest information.

How will this course be delivered?

This Top Up course is delivered as a full time programme, over one academic year. You will need to be at college 1 day per week from 09:00-18.00. In addition to being in College one day per a week, there may be times when you are expected to engage in blended learning. Whilst on the course you will also be required to access online learning materials and complete tasks outside of the classroom.  

Furthermore, there is a requirement for you to undertake a placement of 10hours to support you to develop your understanding of SEND in practice and apply your theory to practice. You placement can either be your paid employment or a voluntary placement.   

What qualifications will I get?

BA Hons In Special Educational Needs, Disability And Inclusive Practice Top Up (Birmingham Newman University).  To successfully complete the course you need to pass all modules and get 120 credits.  

How will I be assessed?

The course is delivered through lectures, seminars, presentations, tutorials and group work. There are no exams; all assessment is via assignments which will include essays, presentations, practical activities, reflective diary, SEND and Inclusive practice and a dissertation. 

Teaching and Learning strategies will encourage students to: 

Engage in new areas of knowledge; 

Broaden and deepen their existing knowledge, understanding and skills; 

Engage in critical analysis of texts, theories and practices and to test students' analysis against received understandings and practices; 

Question concepts, theories, policies and practice encountered during their studies; 

Interrogate the assumptions underpinning theory and research in order to come to an understanding of the significance and limitations of theory and research; 

Engage in critical reflection of their own and others' value systems, development and practices 

How do I get a place on the course?

Full Time 

In order to gain a place on this course, applicants must meet the entry criteria and attend a formal interview.  All are to be submitted via UCAS using the following codes: 

INSTITUTION CODE: S26 (Solihull College & University Centre) or add Partner institution codes if applicable 

UCAS CODE: X361 

CAMPUS: Blossomfield 

If you have a learning difficulty or disability, please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application we can help with this too. https://www.solihull.ac.uk/uni-level-learner/student-services  

What are the entry requirements?

Entry requirements 

Qualification requirements 

GCSE/National 4/National 5 

GCSE A* - C or 9/4 or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent will be required.  

 

 

HND (BTEC) 

For entry into the third year of the SENDIP BA (Hons) course a minimum of 240 credits at PASS/MERIT profile at level 5 or above and must be in a relevant subject such as Special Educational Needs, Educational Practice, Early Years 

 

Foundation Degree 

55% 

For entry into the third/top up year of the SENDIP BA (Hons) course a minimum of 240 credits at 55% at level 5 or above and must be in a relevant subject such as  

 

 

 
Other qualifications and combinations of qualifications will be considered and maybe also acceptable - please contact HE.Admissions@solihull.ac.uk  

Additional entry requirements 

Admission tests 

Institutions Own Test (IOT) 

Applicants who do not meet the standard entry criteria but have appropriate industry and life experiences may have their prior learning and skills considered. Applicants may be required to complete an Aptitude assessment (this will be advised at interview). 

English language requirements 

Students who are non-native English speakers or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections for a level 4, 5 or 6 qualifications may be considered as eligible to apply for the programme. 

What else do I need to know?

You should be working with children and young people aged 0 to 25 years with SEND condition for 10 hours per week for the duration of the course. 

All staff involved in the delivery of higher education courses within the College and University Centre are approved to teach the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering given programme are appropriately qualified, and where appropriate, possess relevant vocational experience and professional practice. 

This course is a full time program and you will be expected to attend 1 day per week between the hours of 09:00-18:00, timetables will be issued to successful applicants at induction and enrolment in September of the current Academic year. 

If you are applying for financial help from Student Finance England then you should do this as soon as possible to ensure your funding is in place for the start of your course.  https://www.gov.uk/student-finance/overview 

Is there anything else I will have to pay for in order to do this course? 

You may need to cover travel costs to work placements. There may be additional costs for relevant field trips and equipment such as text books, as well as costs for printing resources and photocopying as necessary 

Additional costs 

Costs depend on the direction and ambition of your work. We suggest budgeting approximately £250 for materials and work-books in the first year. 

If you need to re-sit a module due to non-achievement, this will also incur a cost. 

If you are not working and do not hold a DBS on the update service, you will be required to pay for a DBS in order to complete this course.  

Info about finance bursaries etc. - https://www.solihull.ac.uk/uni-level-learner/student-services/ 

Please read our full terms and conditions https://www.solihull.ac.uk/uni-level-learner/policies-and-applicant-information/  

For a more detailed information please refer to the course specifications. 

Please note that when you enrol you are accepting that the course content and module descriptions are accurate at the time of publishing and that the course content as described is based on what is possible to deliver under the government advice and social distancing rules at that particular time. In the event of changes made to those rules, by national or local government, the College may need to make further alterations to the published course content. By enrolling with the College, you will be confirming that you are content to proceed with the course as detailed at that time and on the basis that the programme may be subject to reasonable change.

What can I do after this course?

PGCE

MA In SEND

Supervisory and management roles within SEND settings.

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

Sept-2024

Day

Thursday

Time

10:00-18:00

Course Fee(PA)

£7850

Course Code

DLALA132BCF0

Study Mode

Full Time

BA Hons in Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusive Practice Top Up (Birmingham Newman University)

What’s Involved?

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

The career paths provided are to give you an idea of the careers that you could progress onto in the future. However, for some, you may need to complete higher level qualifications and gain experience before your dream job becomes a reality. The information provided is to support further research and to generate some initial career ideas when choosing a course. Please check entry requirements to degree courses, apprenticeships, and jobs as this may vary from year to year and across providers. For further advice and guidance, please contact: careers@solihull.ac.uk.