Master of Education (Special and Inclusive Education)

Yes, the Special and Inclusive Education stream is recognised by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), which supports graduates in being recognised as specialist teachers of students with disability.

Applications close on 31 January of the commencing year for Semester 1 intake, and 15 July of the commencing year for Semester 2 intake. Separate deadlines apply for scholarship applications.

You will complete core units covering how to work with students with disability, how to support behaviour, and how to design learning environments that support learners with a diversity of backgrounds. You will also undertake a capstone experience, which is either a semester-long special project or a year-long dissertation, plus stream selectives as required.

You can submit an application through the University of Sydney's online application portal. Separate deadlines apply for scholarship applications, so it is recommended to check scholarship closing dates in advance.

The capstone experience is a key component of the degree, giving students the option of completing either a semester-long special project or a year-long dissertation, allowing them to apply and deepen their specialist knowledge in special and inclusive education.