• Programme aims
• Programme content
• Entry requirements
• Awards
• Fees
• ACER Research Centre

Programme Aims

There are three compulsory modules in order to gain an Autism (Children) qualification and, in qualifications where a dissertation is involved, this must also be in the area of Autism (Children). The programme aims to improve practice through increasing knowledge and understanding of children with autistic spectrum disorders and also the educational and care approaches and curriculum developments that are available to meet their needs.

The aims of the programme are to give students knowledge of autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs), based on theory, research and development and to enable them to understand the implications of this body of knowledge for the support and education of children with ASDs, throughout the range of ability and in different settings. It also aims to develop their skills in identifying and meeting the needs of children with ASDs and improving their awareness of different approaches and models of service delivery (particularly education).

Programme content

The three compulsory modules are:

• Special Educational Needs of Children with Autism
• Curriculum and Treatment for Children with Autism
• A special studies (project) module

These are studied in the first year and lead to the award of Ad. Cert. (level 3) or PG Cert (level M). For students wishing to gain a PG Dip, three more modules from one other field of study are studied in the second year. For students wishing to gain a B Phil or M Ed, further modules are studied and a dissertation submitted.

Awards

This programme can be studied on a part- and full-time basis and by distance education and leads to the following qualifications:

Level Three:

• One year: AdCert in Autism (Children),
• Two years: BPhil in Autism (Children)

Level M:

• One year: PGCert in Autism (Children),
• Two years: PGDip or MEd Autism (Children)

Programme entry requirements

For an overview of the entry requirements, please refer to the "Admission requirements" page.

Fees*

1st Year ( Full- and part time)

* Fees correct as of 23rd November 2007

Fees for full-time and part-time programmes of study for students commencing in 2008-09. Fees for subsequent years of study are likely to increase. An additional cost may be incurred for transferring between levels of study. These are indicative fees, to be confirmed. Students should confirm their fees upon being offered a place.

2nd Year ( Full- and part time)

 * Fees correct as of 23rd November 2007

Fees for part-time programmes of study for students commencing in 2008-09. An additional cost may be incurred for transferring between levels of study. These are indicative fees, to be confirmed. Students should confirm their fees upon re-registering for their 2nd year.

1st Year (Distance education)

* Fees correct as of 23rd November 2007

Fees for 1st year students commencing in 2008-09. Fees for subsequent years of study are likely to increase. An additional cost may be incurred for transferring between levels of study. These are indicative fees, to be confirmed. Students should confirm their fees upon being offered a place.

2nd Year (Distance education)

* Fees correct as of 23rd November 2007

Fees for 2nd year students commencing in 2008-09. An additional cost may be incurred for transferring between levels of study. These are indicative fees, to be confirmed. Students should confirm their fees upon re-registering for their 2nd year.

ACER Research Centre

ACER strengthens and unites the different research and teaching components of the Autism Team and enhances its research profile, income and activities. ACER will provide clear and accessible information on the range and depth of activities and highlight the significant expertise in ASD within the Team.

For more detailed information about the activities of ACER, please visit the main website: www.webautism.ac.uk