PostgraduateMA

Autism

Name: Autism
Price: 19850 GBP
Availability: InStock

Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne, England

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28 monthsDuration

£19,850Per Year (Intl)

£10,530Home Fee

N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA Autism at Northumbria University, Newcastle is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 28-month part-time structure. The Autism MA at Northumbria is designed to support ASD professionals and carers develop their knowledge and critical thinking around the characteristics of autism spectrum disorders. Students explore the needs arising from ASD and the different approaches to meeting these needs, particularly through teaching and learning. This course offers motivated, passionate people working in the field of autism the opportunity to study for a specialist qualification that will accelerate and focus their contribution towards better lives for people with ASD. You will learn from leaders in the field... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,000 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 84% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Neurobiology and Characteristics

Educational Approaches and Interventions for Autistic Learners

Social Communication and Interaction in Autism

Sensory Processing and Co-occurring Conditions

Mental Health and Wellbeing in Autistic Individuals

Lifespan Development and Ageing with Autism

Supporting Autistic Learners: Inclusive Pedagogy

Research Methods and Critical Analysis in Autism Studies

Academic Year:2026-27 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	5.5	5.5	5.5	5.5
PTE Academic	69	—	—	—	—

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£19,850

per year

Total Course Cost (28 months)£59,550

Home Student Fee

£10,530

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records) Based on subject average, not course-specific.

💰 Graduate Salaries — Northumbria University, Newcastle

Time After Graduation	Lower Quartile Salary	Median Salary	Upper Quartile Salary
3 years	£16,500	£21,000	£26,000
5 years	£20,000	£25,000	£31,000

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

82%Working

2%Studying

8%Work & Study

3%Seeking Work

64%Professional Jobs

Official Data

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