Autism Studies - PCert, PDip, MA

at University of Kent

Modules
The following modules are indicative of those offered on this programme. This list is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new curriculum developments and innovation.  Most programmes will require you to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules. You may also have the option to take modules from other programmes so that you may customise your programme and explore other subject areas that interest you.

Compulsory modules currently include
 

• TZRD8300 - Research Methods (15 credits)
• TZRD8620 - Behaviour Analysis and Intervention (10 credits)
• TZRD8630 - Service Issues in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities by Distance Learning (10 credits)
• TZRD8650 - Extended Essay (15 credits)
• TZRD8660 - Social Psychology of Autism (10 credits)
• TZRD8730 - Social Psychology of Autism: Advanced (30 credits)
• TZRD9090 - Case Study Assessment and Intervention 1 (15 credits)
• TZRD9100 - Case Study Assessment and Intervention 2 (15 credits)
• TZRD9940 - Research Project in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (60 credits)
• WSHOPWRIT - Write,Right (0 credits)

A good honours degree, typically in psychology or other relevant social sciences, or comparable professional qualifications and experience.

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. 

Fees

Autism Studies - PCert at Canterbury
 

• Home full-time-£3100
• EU full-time-£4350
• International full-time-£5800

Autism Studies - MA at Canterbury
 

• Home full-time-£9300
• EU full-time-£13000
• International full-time-£17400

Autism Studies - PDip at Canterbury
 

• Home full-time-£6200
• EU full-time-£8700
• International full-time-£11600

For students continuing on this programme fees will increase year on year by no more than RPI + 3% in each academic year of study except where regulated.

Our postgraduate courses improve employability prospects for both those with established careers and new entrants to the field. Many of our students already work with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in professional, management or supporting capacities.

Our programmes support their continuing professional development and enhance their opportunities for career advancement. Other students, who are at the beginning of their careers, move on to a range of professional roles in health and social care including working as psychologists in learning disability or behavioural specialists in community learning disability teams; service management of development roles; clinical psychology training or a PhD.

Career destinations include working as a clinical specialist, special needs advisor, autism teacher and ABA tutor for various health and special needs organisations such as the Step by Step School, Special Help 4 Special Needs and WA Health.