BA (Hons)
Education (ALN/SEN)

• This programme received a score of 100% for ‘overall satisfaction’ in the NSS 2017.
• In the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018, the Education Department at WGU were ranked first in the UK for ‘teaching quality’.
• Work with lecturers from a range of professional backgrounds with a wealth of experience.   
• Benefit from placement opportunities in each year of the programme in a range of settings.
• Module content reflects the government’s priorities for education.
• Wrexham Glyndŵr University has substantial experience and a long history of offering education courses.

The programme is delivered through a broad range of approaches to learning and teaching such as practical workshops, projects, debates, role play, case studies, lectures and seminars. The experience gained on work placements is invaluable preparation for the education workforce, being attractive to prospective employers and helping to inform your career choices.

Year 1 (Level 4)

In Year 1 you will develop your professional knowledge and skills in the following areas:  aspects of the school curriculum, additional learning needs, developmental theories of children and young people, counselling skills and safeguarding, in addition to having a placement opportunity.

Modules

• Academic Development and Reflective Practice
• Protecting Children and Young People
• Development of Literacy and Numeracy
• Development of Children and Young People
• Introduction to ALN/SEN
• Foundations in Counselling Skills for Education

Year 2 (Level 5)

In Year 2 the course content includes further placement opportunities, supporting learners with behavioural, social and emotional and communication and interaction differences, inclusion and diversity, curriculum aspects and learning beyond the classroom. 

Modules

• Research Methods
• Inclusion and Diversity 
• Curriculum (3-8 years) 
• Supporting Children and Young People: Behavioural, Emotional and Social Differences (BESD) 
• Supporting Children and Young People: Communication and Interaction
• Learning Beyond the Classroom 

Year 3 (Level 6)

In Year 3 there is an opportunity to engage in action research whilst on placement.  Modules also include negotiated learning, further curriculum aspects, supporting children and young people with specific learning differences such as dyslexia and exploring multi-agency support.

Modules

• Research Article 
• Curriculum (7-14 years) 
• Specialist Negotiated Learning 
• ALN/SEN: Specialist Support
• Supporting Learners with Specific Learning Differences/Dyslexia

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

BA (Hons) Education (Additional Learning Needs/Special Educational Needs)

UCAS Code: 3B49

The academic requirements for the course are;

• 112 UCAS tariff points at GCE A Level or equivalent.
• GCSE grade C or above in English or Welsh (if this is your first language), plus grade C or above in Mathematics or Science, or equivalent. 

For applicants without formal qualifications, work experience in appropriate areas will be considered on an individual basis.

Before applicants are offered an unconditional place on this degree, they will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)clearance (previously known as CRB), to confirm their suitability for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults.

If you are an international student please visit the countries page and select your country to see the relevant academic and English language entry requirements.

The modules are assessed using a variety of methods including case studies, observation, reflection and evaluation of practice (microteaching), essays, reflective reports, portfolios, presentations, group projects, resource design and development, research articles.

Teaching and learning

Wrexham Glyndŵr University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential.

We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.

The programmes are delivered through a broad range of approaches to learning and teaching such as practical workshops, projects, debates, role play, case studies, lectures and seminars. The experience gained on work placements is invaluable preparation for working life, being attractive to prospective employers and helping to inform your career choices.

The Careers & Zone at Wrexham Glyndŵr University is there to help you make decisions and plan the next steps towards a bright future. From finding work or further study to working out your interests, skills and aspirations, they can provide you with the expert information, advice and guidance you need.

These programmes are for those seeking a career in an educational environment (schools and other settings), supporting a wide range of learners. You may wish to:

• become a Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant in either a mainstream setting, a resource provision unit or special school in either the primary, secondary or post-compulsory sectors or join the local authority support services
• progress to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) via a Primary Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) 
• progress to a Post-compulsory Education and Training qualification (PcET)
• progress to other postgraduate study, e.g. a Master’s degree in Education

You do not have to pay your tuition fees upfront.

Wrexham Glyndŵr University’s tuition fees for 2019/20 for a full-time undergraduate degree course are £9000.

The fees you pay and the support available will depend on a number of different factors. Full information can be found on our fees & finance pages. You will also find information about what your fees include in the FAQs section of those pages. 

You can see the full programme specification here.