The Master of Education (Special Education) is specifically designed to provide professional training for qualified primary and secondary teachers to take up special education positions in schools. Non-school teachers who want to enhance their general knowledge and skills in special education for young people can also undertake the program. This degree: The Master of Education (Special Education) offers sound theoretical foundations and extensive practical skills that address the broader aspects of education and training. All students in this degree have the opportunity to incorporate electives from other education areas such as leadership or Information Communication Technology (ICT) to tailor their degree to current and future career goals. This Master’s degree is flexible, allowing you to study online or in the classroom. What you will study: This degree includes studies in a range of elective topics including: policy, assessment and technologies for students with special needs education for students with autism or language, learning and reading difficulties behaviour management You can also choose subjects in teaching gifted children or undertake a 20-day supervised professional experience placement. You will build skills to investigate and solve complex issues in a rapidly changing educational climate and conduct an individualised research project that ties in with your work, interests and study specialisation.

A UOW education degree can lead to a wide variety of careers both inside and outside to classroom.: School teacher – catholic, independent or government Child care worker Educational consultant Educational manager High school teacher Outdoor education teacher PDHPE teacher Preschool teacher Primary teacher Private college teacher Recreational activities coordinator School counsellor School principal Sport development officer TAFE teacher Training and development officer.