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Sheffield Hallam University: Autism
| Institution | Sheffield Hallam University |
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| Department | College of Social Sciences and Arts |
| Web | http://www.shu.ac.uk |
| Telephone | (+44) 0114 225 5533 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
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Course summary - Reflect on how autism affects the way in which people experience the world and analyse these experiences in the context of wider disability debates.
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Learn to identify and challenge the societal barriers encountered by autistic people.
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Critically reflect upon developing practice, research, and policy that work towards social justice, inclusion and equality.
MA Autism gives students a specialist and critical education in theory, research and practice related to autism. The course provides academic, professional, and personal development opportunities for those concerned with both the practice and experience of living and/or working with autistic individuals across all ages.
For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/teaching-and-education/ma-autism/part-time
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | Typically a degree or equivalent and an interest in the autism spectrum. If you do not have such academic qualifications we may consider your application individually, based on your personal, professional and work experience, and other formal qualifications. |
| Location | City Campus Howard Street Sheffield S1 1WB |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest course information.
Course summary: - Develop a critical understanding of what autism is and isn’t.
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Gain insights by exploring lived autistic experiences.
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Understand the unique needs of autistic individuals.
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Explore an autism-affirming framework, outside of a medicalised model.
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Learn how specific sensory differences shape autistic experiences.
This course is designed for anyone connected to autism, whether you’re autistic (formally diagnosed or not), a parent, carer, family member, or a professional working with autistic individuals of any age. We’ll deep dive into autism from a neuro-affirming perspective, informed by global autistic communities.
For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Teaching-and-Education/PgCert-Autism/Part-time
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You need a degree or equivalent. |
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