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Queen's University Belfast · Postgraduate
- Available to all international students
- For postgraduate study
- Open to your course
1 yearDuration
£23,000Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Intl Fee
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Offered by Queen's University Belfast, the MSc Autism in Practice provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in psychology. this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The aim of the MSc Autism in Practice is to enable clinicians, educators, practitioners, and parents working across a variety of professional and community contexts to develop advanced knowledge and skills in supporting autistic individuals. This programme is designed to enhance practice in educational, clinical, social care, and home settings by deepening participants’ understanding of autism across the lifespan. The course will explore the contemporary landscape of autism practice, policy, and research. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Autism Across the Lifespan
Evidence-Based Assessment and Diagnosis
Neurodiversity-Affirming Intervention Strategies
Inclusive Educational Practice and Policy
Sensory Processing and Communication Support
Family-Centred and Caregiver Support
Advanced Research Methods in Autism Practice
Critical Reflective Practice and Ethics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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
£23,000
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£23,000
Home Student Fee
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Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
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💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
5%Studying
20%Work & Study
70%Professional Jobs
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