Master of Philosophy in Special Needs Education

Master of Philosophy in Special Needs Education STUDIEPROGRAM UVM2-SNED Vedtak mht etablering, endring osv av studieprogram Da studieprogram vedtas ordinært opprettet av Universitetsstyret mens programplanen vedtas og endres av fakultetsstyret/nivået er det forskjeller her i f. eks. dato og vedtaksorgan. Etablering av studieprogrammet Dato 07.12.1993 Saksnr. Det akademiske kollegium Fra semester Høst 1994 Vesentlig endring av studieprogram Dato Saksnr. (obs rapp) Fra semester (obs rapportering til Univ.styret) Ansvarlig fakultet Det utdanningsvitenskapelige fakultet Ev samarbeidende fakultet Ev samarbeidende institusjon, nasjonalt/intern. spes ved fellesgrader Vedtak mht vedtak og endring av programplan Vedtak/Fastsettelse av programplan Dato 30.06.04 Saksnr. 04/8098 Endring av programplan Endring av programplan 1. Studieprogrammets nivå, omfang og mål Studieprogrammets navn Studieprogrammets nivå Dato 19.02.07 Dato: 27.11 2012 Forklaring Saksnr. 06/15743 Master of Philosophy in Special Needs Education Master s level UVM2-SNED Studiedekanens fullmakt, Det utdanningsvitenskapelige fakultet Studieutvalget, Det utdanningsvitenskapelige fakultet 2008/2360 Studieutvalget, Det utdanningsvitenskapelige fakultet Fra semester Høst 2004 Merknad: Studiet ble modulisert i tråd med intensjonene i Kvalitetsreformen, men det ble ikke foretatt vesentlige endringer av masterprogrammets innhold. Fra semester Høst 2007, vitnemålstekst fra vår 2007 Fra semester høst 2013, programmet endret etter Kvalifikasjonsrammeverket

Studieprogrammets omfang 2 years, full-time, 120 ECTS Ev grad som kan oppnås Master of Philosophy in Special Needs Education (M. Phil. SNE) Ev begrensninger ved ekstern utd/ny grad Jf. Forskrift for studier og eksamen ved UiO, 2.7 og 2.8 Finansiering av studieprogrammet 100 % KD finansiert Mål for studieprogrammet The programme contributes to: 2. Opptak til studieprogrammet Forklaring Knowledge: thorough knowledge of contemporary theory and research methods in special needs education thorough knowledge of theory and practice regarding development of inclusive classes, schools and local communities Skills: skills in adapting the learning environment to individual educational needs within the community of the class and school insight into the practical application of principles and methods of special needs education and habilitation/rehabilitation of persons of all ages in the class, school and local community Competence: competence in resource based communication, care and educational and habilitation/rehabilitation support within school and local society competence in planning, implementing and evaluating differentiation and individually adapted education within the community of the inclusive class and school competence in critical interpretation and in planning and implementing research and innovation projects within special needs education and towards inclusion competence in further developing the field of special needs education in the students home countries and other relevant countries 2

Opptakskrav A relevant degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor s degree or equivalent with a minimum grade of C or the equivalent Knowledge of English documented by one of the following or equivalent: o Basic English from Norwegian or equivalent Upper Secondary School (videregående),minimum grade 4 (Norwegian grading system) International students in accordance with current requirements for admission to the University of Oslo: o TOEFL examination with a minimum score of 550 (213 computer-based or 80 on internet-based tests) o IELTS examination with a minimum score of band 6 All documented relevant professional practice will be taken into consideration A written statement of purpose explaining the applicant s motivation and research interests to apply for the programme will also be taken into consideration Søknadsfrist for opptak Opptaksfrekvens Målgruppe for studieprogrammet 1) Programme students (Quota etc.) 1 December in the year prior to commencement of studies in Norway in August. 2) Self-financing Master s degree student (SFM) - 1 December 3) Nordic citizens and other international applicants with a permanent or renewable residence permit in Norway 15 April. 4) SFEUMAS self-financing Master s degree applicants from EU/EEA and Switzerland -15 April Annually each Autumn semester The programme is intended for students in the field of special needs education within the international community. The main target groups are Programme students, self-financing Master s degree student (SFM) and Nordic citizens and other international applicants with a permanent or renewable residence permit in Norway International exchange students may also apply to study certain specific individual courses. The programme is conducted entirely in English which is the obligatory study language. 3. Innhold og struktur i studieprogrammet Forklaring 3

Innhold i studieprogrammet This is a 2 year full-time programme comprised of alternating periods of study in Norway and field studies in Norway or another relevant country. The programme, which includes preparatory assignment, covers a broad range of topics within the field of special needs education. The series of courses, field studies and the thesis, are described in more detail in the individual course presentations. A limited number of excursions will be arranged to expose the candidates to the practice of special needs education in different relevant schools and other service institutions. Upon successful completion of the programme the student is awarded the degree of Master of Philosophy in Special Needs Education (M. Phil SNE) by the Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo, Norway, and this gives the holder the right to use the same academic title. Oppbygging av studieprogrammet The M. Phil. SNE is a full-time continuous two-year programme with a defined progression throughout the total study period. The first two semesters comprise a series of courses in Norway, whereas the third semester is a period of fieldwork/data collection in Norway or another relevant country for a shorter period. Students return to The University of Oslo, Blindern campus for the fourth semester courses and the delivery of a thesis. Students receive tutoring and guidance from administrative and academic staff throughout the programme. All courses are mandatory. 4

Organisering av studieprogrammet Each course may be viewed as an independent entity with its own admission requirements, content, internal structure and examination form. However, the content and structure of the courses are shaped to create a continuously on-going holistic learning process, where each course is viewed in connection with the other parts and activities of the Master s Programme. Thus preparation for field studies and the thesis will start from the beginning of the first semester and run throughout the whole programme. The table shows the structure of the programme: 4. semester SNE4390 - Master's Thesis SNE4310 Counselling and Innovation SNE4230 - Research Methodology 3. semester SNE4390 - Master's Thesis 2. semester SNE4200 - Education for Learners with Special Needs SNE4230 - Research Methodology 1. semester SNE4110 - Education for All SNE4130 Historical and Sociocultural Perspectives SNE4120 Towards Inclusive Education on Learning and Development 10 ECTS credits 10 ECTS credits 10 ECTS credits 4. Undervisningstema Forklaring Undervisning og læringsformer A variety of teaching and assessment forms will be used. For more information, see the individual course descriptions. 5

Undervisningsspråk The programme is conducted entirely in English which is the obligatory study language. Obligatoriske forhold i undervisningen All courses have obligatory components. Undervisningssted The majority of lectures are held on the University of Oslo s premises, Blindern campus. 5. Eksamenstema Forklaring Eksamens- og vurderingsformer Obs! Særskilte forhold som gjelder eksamen All the courses have varied forms of examination and evaluation. Please see the individual course descriptions for further information. Faglige krav for å kunne avlegge eksamen Eksamensspråk 6. Karaktersystem, sensur og vitnemål Karaktersystem Students must have completed and passed all the requirements of the previous semester before they can continue to the next part of the programme. All examinations are conducted in English. Grades are awarded for certain courses on a descending alphabetical scale from A to E for pass grades and F for fail - (A, B, C, D, E and F(ail) and for other courses on a Pass/Fail basis. Please see the individual course descriptions for further information. These grade regulations are in compliance with 6.1 which details the grade system at the University of Oslo in Forskrift om studier og eksamener ved UiO. Sensorordning Each course has its own specifications concerning examiners. Please refer to the individual course descriptions. 6

Vitnemål og Diploma Supplement The award of the degree entitled Master of Philosophy in Special Needs Education (M. Phil. SNE) comprises successful completion of a comprehensive two-year full-time study programme in an international context with a committed interest in special needs education from an inclusive perspective. The candidate will have attained a thorough knowledge of contemporary theory and research methods in special needs education. The candidate will have gained a thorough knowledge of theoretical and practical issues regarding development towards inclusive classes, schools and environments. The candidate will have developed the ability to adapt the learning environment to individual educational needs within an inclusive setting and be able to convey insight into the practical application of principles and methods of special needs education and the habilitation/rehabilitation of persons of all ages, both in the classroom, school and local community. Furthermore, the candidate will also be qualified to implement future development in the field of special needs education. 7. Kvalitetssikring Evalueringsordning knyttet til studieprogrammet Jf UiOs system for kvalitetssikring av utdanningene Ordning for tilsynssensor The programme follows the requirements of the quality system described on the Faculty of Educational Sciences web pages, www.uv.uio/english. There is one external programme examiner associated with the programme. 7