Liverpool Hope University, BA (Hons), Disability Studies and Inclusive Education

Disability studies Modules will focus upon current practice and contemporary issues as well as the historical context from which these emanate; this wide-ranging course is designed to stimulate the student’s awareness and increase their understanding on a personal, intellectual, moral, ethical and professional level. Level 1: Core areas of study: The module, conceptualising disability, considers diverse attitudes and approaches to disability from historical, legislative and ethical perspectives; this provides the understanding for current thinking on issues of inclusion. Level 2: the effective practice module (including a placement) is compulsory; optional modules may include: cognitive, behavioural and mental health difficulties; physical and sensory disability; disability and the family. Level 3: optional modules may include: ethical issues; therapeutic approaches; policy, practice and management in special educational needs (SEN); if the student is majoring in disability studies the research project module is compulsory. Inclusive education Level 1: Core area of study: The inclusive society and integrated children’s services; this module examines the concept and practice of inclusion in education and in society generally. Level 2: Core area of study: the inclusive school and multi-agency teamwork; this module examines the concept and practice of the inclusive school and extended educational settings; in addition there is the opportunity to study specific areas such as: being healthy; staying safe; enjoying and achieving; making a positive contribution. Level 3: Core area of study: research project: investigating inclusive practice; in addition there is the opportunity to study specific issues such as: international perspectives on inclusive education; developing resilient practitioners; achieving economic well-being and visions of the good life.

This is a combined Honours programme which allows the student to combine the 2 subjects; the disability studies course represents an opportunity to engage with extremely topical issues relating to disability throughout society and across the lifespan; the course offers the student the opportunity to examine society’s response to its members with disabilities; the inclusive education course is designed for students with career interests in education or other work with young people; it provides a distinctive and challenging curriculum set in the broad context of education and child-friendly practices.