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Units indexed by faculty Master of Education (Inclusive and Special Education)Course code: 2495 + Course abbreviation: MEd(Incl&SpEd) + Total credit points required: 72 + 18 months full-time, 3 years part-time Study mode and course locationOn-campus (Clayton) Course descriptionThis course is designed to meet the needs of primary, secondary, TAFE and adult education teachers, principals and other health professionals interested in developing professional skills for supporting people with a diverse range of special needs; educators who wish to meet the requirements for employment in special schools; and educators and other health professionals interested in this pathway as an avenue for promotion or who wish to focus on research in this pathway. Entry requirementsTo be eligible for admission to the course, applicants must hold either:
Course structureStudents are required to successfully complete 72 points, comprising one of the following three options:
Option 1Research core unit
Program elective
Specialist electives
General elective units
Option 2Research core unit
Program elective
Specialist electives
General elective
Professional projectOption 3Research core unit
Program elective
Specialist electives
Research thesis
General elective unitsAny 12-point units selected from the units offered within the education postgraduate coursework studies programs. Note that general electives usually do not need the course coordinator’s approval, unless under exceptional circumstances (ie if the student wishes to enrol in a unit from another faculty). Research methodology units
Research thesisThe research core unit is a corequisite for the research thesis. It may be taken concurrently with the research thesis or completed prior to the commencement of the research thesis. NoteThis course outline is indicative of the program students will follow, but is subject to change. Students should consult their course coordinator to assist in planning their program. Check the timetable for unit availability via the website at www.education.monash.edu.au/students/current/timetables after 30 September. Contact detailsInquiries: telephone +61 3 9905 2819 or visit www.education.monash.edu.au. Course coordinatorDr Joanne Deppeler or Dr Umesh Sharma Previous page | Next page | Section contents | Title and contents |