BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion with Foundation Year Bachelor's degree at Wolverhampton
BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion with Foundation Year at Wolverhampton covers core theory, research and methods, applied practice, specialist options, an independent project, and professional skills development.
About this course
BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion with Foundation Year is a Bachelor's degree (BA (Hons)) at Wolverhampton, based in Walsall Campus. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For Education and teaching graduates from this provider, 85% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 60% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £30,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Education & Teaching, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Limited evidence Published sample: 10; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 85% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2021-23. Continuation 80% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
1 4 modules
- Barriers and Opportunities in EducationCore30 credits
Module details
This module will explore the nature of social inequality within educational contexts, such as poverty, ethnicity, gender, disability and geographical location. You will begin to consider why some groups of children achieve higher academic success than others and investigate the underlying causes of these differences in attainment, access and participation. You will consider policy responses and interventions aimed at reducing educational inequality. This will include consideration of legislation
- Exploring Inclusive Education and PracticeCore30 credits
Module details
This module explores the fundamental principles underpinning the education system in England. It examines the purpose of education, the role of the curriculum, school readiness, and pedagogy. You will also learn about value systems, inclusivity, and how this links to your professional practice in the future. You will reflect on your own experiences, philosophy, values, and beliefs to develop an understanding of what the purpose of education is. It will discuss how inclusion can be promoted to en
- Protecting Children and Vulnerable PeopleCore30 credits
Module details
This module introduces the importance of safeguarding, in terms of health and well-being, by ensuring support is provided to meet children and vulnerable people's needs when difficulties emerge. You will learn about how to take action to enable all children and vulnerable people to have the best outcomes by ensuring protection from abuse and maltreatment and preventing harm to their health, well-being and development. Within this module you will also consider the importance of multi-agency worki
- The Developing Child in the WorldCore30 credits
Module details
This module will introduce you to the topic of child development. After studying the different types of development and exploring the underlying nature/nurture debate, the content of this module will focus on the social and emotional development of children. The early years curricula and government policy will be explored as well as looking at early years provision in England for children birth to five, with consideration of contemporary developments within the sector. You will also explore diff
2 4 modules
- Exploring SEND, Diversity and Inclusive PracticeCore30 credits
Module details
This module introduces you to the principles and practices of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), diversity, and inclusion. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, values, and models that underpin inclusive practice and explore how this influence the experiences of children, young people, and adults in educational and community settings. By engaging with literature, research, and policy, you will identify and apply key theories of disability to socia
- Safeguarding and Multi-Agency PerspectivesCore30 credits
Module details
This module explores current debates and developments in safeguarding, with a focus on early intervention and preventative approaches. You will use policy, legislation and research to explore how safeguarding practice is shaped nationally. It encourages you to explore how media publicity, policy and legislation inform safeguarding practice. This module will also allow you to apply theory to practice, recognising professional tensions, and develop confidence in managing safeguarding concerns. Thi
- Succeeding at UniversityCore30 credits
Module details
This module supports you in engaging with educational research sources, including the exploration of data to explore different perspectives on current educational issues that inform practice. As you develop your own knowledge, you will be able to identify and recognise how social media, fake news, government policy, and research can influence educational practice, highlighting both the benefits and challenges this can bring. The module incorporates academic skill development through the lens of
- Supporting Communication and ParticipationCore30 credits
Module details
In this module you will learn how effective communication and interaction are essential for all aspects of an individual's life, from education to relationships, employment to health and emotional well-being. Meaningful participation in all aspects of the social world depends on communication, in all its forms. Recognising that communication is two-way, you will be able to learn that everyone holds responsibility for ensuring that communication is both effective and inclusive. You will also lear
3 2 modules
- Becoming a ResearcherCore30 credits
Module details
This module equips you with the foundational skills to design and justify ethical educational research. The module introduces you to the principles and practices of conducting ethical, small-scale research in education and related fields. It focuses on developing your understanding of research design, methodology, and ethical considerations, preparing you to undertake an independent research project in your final year of study. Through taught content and guided activities, you will explore key c
- Neurodiversity and Inclusive PracticeCore30 credits
Module details
This module will introduce you to the concept of neurodiversity and its significance within contemporary educational practice. You will explore how neurological differences, such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia, are understood through social, cultural, and educational lenses. You will also critically analyse how schools and colleges respond to neurodivergence, exploring both the strengths and
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to work in inclusive education settings and support learners with additional needs. You'll typically start with foundations in how children learn and develop, moving into curriculum design and teaching practice. Early school placements give you hands-on experience from the outset. In your second year, you'll focus on inclusion and SEND (special educational needs and disabilities), alongside sustained classroom practice. By the final year, you'll study behaviour management, assessment and professional standards, choosing specialist options such as early years, primary teaching, or education policy. Most education degrees culminate in a final placement and professional assessment against teaching standards where applicable.
Who it's for
This course suits those seeking specialist knowledge in special educational needs, disability and inclusion within an education framework. The foundation year provides additional preparation for those whose prior qualifications require it. Part-time study allows you to balance learning with other commitments. The university has around 24,020 students across its provision.
University & format
This BA (Hons) is delivered by the University of Wolverhampton, studied part-time at the Walsall Campus. The course is taught in English and leads to a nationally recognised Bachelor's degree. The University of Wolverhampton was founded in 1992 and holds a Bronze award for teaching quality from the Office for Students' TEF 2023. The institution is a recognised UK degree-awarding body. Please note that the course duration is not specified; check with the university for part-time study length and schedule details.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
See and book current events. Dates can fill or change.
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| another higher-education qualification | 95% |
| A-levels or equivalent | 5% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code X365). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at Wolverhampton →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
National funding for this subject
- Teacher-training bursaries: Postgraduate bursaries and scholarships are available for selected shortage subjects. Official guidance
We only display a named award when its provider source identifies the award and who it is for.
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Careers & earnings
What Education & Teaching graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £30,000 | £24,000 – £35,000 | 10 |
| 3 years after | £24,500 | £16,500 – £29,000 | 70 |
| 5 years after | £27,500 | £19,500 – £35,500 | 75 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 10; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in education & teaching · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Education & Teaching nationally
National figures for Education & Teaching graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 10; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Education & Teaching courses at the same study level.
Compared with 515 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Teaching and Childcare Support OccupationDiscover Uni category · 40% of published destinations
- Teaching ProfessionalsSOC 2020 231 · 30% of published destinations · ASHE median £42,660
- Other Educational ProfessionalsSOC 2020 232 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £47,130
- Managers, directors and senior officialsSOC 2020 1 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £51,733
- Health associate professionalsSOC 2020 321 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £28,155
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 25; response rate: 70%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Education & Teaching graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Education & Teaching graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Schools & academy trusts
- Local authorities
- Education charities
- Tutoring providers
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Education & Teaching graduates.
Education SEN MentorMacIntyreEducation Recruitment ConsultantAcademicsEducation Delivery Consultant - Fast Paced, Dynamic Organisation - WorcestershireAP EducationEducation Trustee - Lead Youth Careers & Outdoor LearningRacing to SchoolEducation Recruitment Consultant - Build Futures & Earn UncappedProtocol EducationEducation Recruitment Consultant: Grow Your Desk & ImpactEducation AssetsIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Where graduates go
85% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £30,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.2 out of 10: in work or study 85% · continued 80%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
The University of Wolverhampton
Education and teaching across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Walsall Campus
1,285 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Education & Teaching right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Wolverhampton from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by Wolverhampton; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Wolverhampton’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Wolverhampton and gov.uk before you apply.
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