PGDip/PGCert/MSc Autism

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The University's multi-professional programme in Autism is a first in Scotland. It supports and promotes appropriate and effective practice and is open to a range of health, care and education professionals working in the field of autism.

Participants on the Certificate programme undertake three compulsory modules, plus an independent study, option or elective module.

At Diploma stage, participants undertake one further compulsory module, along with three others taken from the option or elective menu. Those interested in continuing to Master's level undertake the module Methods of Professional Enquiry.

Teachers can enter the programme either by transferring from the Educational Support programme after completing the three core modules on that programme, or by entry directly onto the Autism programme.

The Autism programme as a whole is not part of the National Training Framework for training for Special Educational Needs, as the course is offered to a range of professionals. However, the module Raising Awareness of Autism is offered within the framework.

Course Structure

Certificate Modules: Compulsory

  • Theory & Practice of Autism 1
  • Theory & Practice of Autism 2
  • Communication within Autism (ASD)

Diploma Compulsory Module

  • Multi-Professional Work and Family Support

Certificate and Diploma Option Modules

  • Understanding the Impact of Autism
  • Autism and the Young Child (Early Intervention)
  • Autism and Schooling
  • Autism in Adulthood
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Autism and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Well-being in Autism
  • Counselling Skills in Autism
  • Play and Imagination in Autism
  • Social Interaction and Understanding in Autism
  • Independent Study Module

Entry Qualification and Progression

Already have a degree or equivalent qualification/experience, plus several years' relevant experience. Some applicants may be eligible for Accreditation for Prior Learning.

Progression to MSc in Autism is dependent on successful completion of the Postgraduate Diploma in Autism.

for Sep 2010 entry to part-time PG Certificate autism (Admission Code : ENPC3)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2012 entry to part-time MSc autism by distance learning (Admission Code : MAUTDL)

Study Location : OFF CAMPUS

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2012 entry to part-time PG Diploma autism by distance learning (Admission Code : DAUTDL)

Study Location : OFF CAMPUS

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2012 entry to part-time PG Certificate autism by distance learning (Admission Code : CAUTDL)

Study Location : OFF CAMPUS

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2013 entry to part-time MSc autism by distance learning (Admission Code : MAUTDL)

Study Location : OFF CAMPUS

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2013 entry to part-time PG Diploma autism by distance learning (Admission Code : DAUTDL)

Study Location : OFF CAMPUS

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2013 entry to part-time PG Certificate autism by distance learning (Admission Code : CAUTDL)

Study Location : OFF CAMPUS

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2012 entry to part-time PG Diploma autism (Admission Code : ENPD4)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2012 entry to full-time MSc autism (Admission Code : MSCAUT)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2012 entry to part-time MSc autism (Admission Code : ENMSC4)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2012 entry to part-time non-graduating autism (Admission Code : ENNGI1)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2012 entry to part-time PG Certificate autism (Admission Code : ENPC3)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2013 entry to full-time MSc autism (Admission Code : MSCAUT)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2013 entry to part-time MSc autism (Admission Code : ENMSC4)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2013 entry to part-time non-graduating autism (Admission Code : ENNGI1)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2013 entry to part-time PG Certificate autism (Admission Code : ENPC3)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

for Sep 2013 entry to part-time PG Diploma autism (Admission Code : ENPD4)

Postgraduate entry requirements are in our prospectus.

Contact

  • Course Director
    Anna Robinson