Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion

This module will benefit you and your setting in a wide variety of ways. Over the duration of the course, you will:

• Gain the skills to know how to confidently engage with and listen to pupils and parents, whilst demonstrating skills to practice safely,  ethically and in partnership with pupils and parents
• Develop the skills to plan, deliver and evaluate interventions in your educational setting for pupils with needs in the nominated SEND focus area
• Further develop your skills as a reflective practitioner in education, analysing the differences between espoused theory and theory in action
• Attain 30 Masters level (Level 7) credits which you can put towards a PGCert, PGDip or Master of Education on any of our Masters programmes

• Our courses are delivered through Campus Online, our unique provision for online learning.
• Campus Online allows you to study at your own pace, without the need to travel, or commit to particular dates or times. Log in to access your study materials, contact your personal tutor for support, connect and network with other delegates and make use of the extensive resource library.
• You can easily track your progress throughout the course and submit your work and evidence of assignments for feedback.

Your assessments will consist of the following:

• Self evaluation questionnaires for you to check your knowledge and understanding throughout the module
• Three assessed tasks:
  • Task 1 (2,500 words): Analysis of the Appreciative Inquiry process undertaken to review an aspect of inclusion provision in the setting, and an evidence-informed plan to implement changes in the setting to reduce barriers for learners in nominated area.
  • Task 2 (2500 words): A case study evaluating planned support for a pupil (or pupils) in nominated area of inclusion, incorporating a critique of the selected model of provision or intervention, which interrogates the theory, evidence base and programme design.
  • Task 3 (1,000 words): A reflective journal incorporating critical analysis of professional development undertaken, relevant research and consideration of implications for work with colleagues and applied practice within a nominated area of inclusion.

• You must hold an undergraduate degree.

• You will need to be working in an educational setting for this module. If you aren’t currently working in an educational setting you will need written permission from a senior member of staff to regularly access a setting.

To study this module, you must have previously completed at least one of the following modules:

• Autism Spectrum Conditions
• Cognition and Learning
• Cross-cultural Issues in SEND
• Dyslexia – Leadership and Intervention
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs
• Gender and Sexuality
• Migration and Language Acquisition
• Psychology for Education
• Senior Mental Health Leadership – Advanced Award
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs

A pathway specialism based on the passed prerequisite module must be maintained throughout the Evidence and Pedagogy for Inclusion module.

Are you based in an international setting?

This course is available online and can, therefore, be completed anywhere in the world. Please click here for advice on payment options and other information relevant to those studying outside of the UK.

Cohorts begin in January, May and September.

The next cohort begins on 15 September 2025. Book and register before 15 September 2025 to join our next cohort.

We offer a flexible range of fees to suit your finances:

• A one-off payment of £1,525 + VAT
• Three instalments of £533 + VAT
• Ten instalments of £165 + VAT

For further information please visit the payment FAQ page found here.

Speak to us (01273 358080) or make a booking.

The duration of this module is up to one year.

We do understand, however, that circumstances can arise that could prevent the course being completed in this time period. If this is the case, an extension can be arranged in conjunction with the admin team and your tutor.