You will develop advanced knowledge and a critical understanding of intellectual disabilities and autism. Our degree programme has been designed to provide four distinct pathways for students who want to specialise in autism, intellectual disabilities, forensic issues and clinical practice.
You can choose whether you would like to attend the course entirely online, or campus based. The course includes lectures, seminars, project work, tests and presentations.
2.2 or above
A good honours degree, typically in psychology or other relevant social sciences, or comparable professional qualifications and experience.
Those who do not meet the degree requirement but have significant relevant work experience may still be considered for entry. Applicants may be asked to complete an admissions task and/or an interview as part of the admissions process.
Please see our International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information. Due to visa restrictions, students who require a student visa to study cannot study part-time unless undertaking a distance or blended learning programme with no on-campus provision.
This course requires a Very Good level of English language, equivalent to a high B2 on CEFR.
Details on how to meet this requirement can be found on our English Language requirements webpage .
Examples:
IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
PTE Academic 67 with a minimum of 59 in each sub-test
A degree from the UK
A degree from a Majority English Speaking Country
Please note that if you are required to meet an English language condition, we offer a number of pre-sessional courses in English for Academic Purposes through Kent International Pathways .
All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.