Teaching and assessment for Educational Assistive Technology MSc

Teaching

Prior experience of working to support assistive technology users and experience of working in an AT supporting environment is a requirement for entry to this course.

You will choose appropriate elective modules to complement your professional background. For example:

Human Computer Interaction - for teachers
inclusive education practise - for technologists

Assessment

All assessments will be carried out via coursework that will be submitted online. There is no exam requirement.

Most students will combine work-based practice with their academic learning. The course is designed to use work-based opportunities for practical assignments and project work. Students not in a work environment will have the opportunity to engage in placements - these will be arranged on an individual basis.

Modules

Core Modules

These modules are an essential part of your course.

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Module code: AC50003 Credits: 40 Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2

This is an opportunity to put what you have previously learned into action. You will undertake a research project and try a new method of working. Alternatively you can carry out research that supports your users, or develops the AT practice within your working context.

Educational Assistive Technology MSc Dissertation full module details

Module code: AC51044 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

Assistive Technology (AT) assessment is a person-centred process. It identifies the best tools to support daily functioning for people with disabilities or long-term health conditions.

AT can help with mobility challenges, visual or hearing impairments, learning disabilities, and communication disorders.

Assessment for AT full module details

Module code: AC51045 Credits: 10 Semester: Semester 1

This module introduces you to both specialist and mainstream Assistive Technology (AT). You’ll get hands-on experience with tools in use today and learn how to select the right solutions to support AT users.

Specialist and mainstream AT solutions full module details

Module code: AC52051 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

You will explore the Educational Assistive Technology (EduAT) competency framework and learn how to carry out a supportive gap analysis. You will also see why the EduAT role is defined as it is, and how it brings together skills from computing, health, and education.

The educational assistive technologist full module details

Module code: AC52052 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

You will learn about Assistive Technology (AT) hardware and software, from eye-gaze computer access for people with physical disabilities to software that supports people with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia.

Introduction to AT solutions full module details

Module code: AC52053 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

Learn how you can ensure Assistive Technology (AT) is used, sustained, and expanded within the taught curriculum and beyond.

Learn about AT performance measures, connecting goals and targets, the steps to achievement, and ensuring appropriate documentation and evidence gathering methods are used.

AT in educational programmes full module details

Optional Modules

You need to choose one or more of these modules as part of your course.

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Module code: AC50004 Credits: 60 Semester: Runs during the summer

Work Based Skills and Innovative Practice full module details

Module code: AC52054 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

This module introduces Human Computer Interaction principles through an Assistive Technology lens. You will explore accessibility, usability, and user-centred design, applying frameworks, prototyping techniques, and evaluation strategies to inclusive solutions. Learning blends theory with practical tasks, drawing on decades of AT and AAC expertise to improve design for all users.

Assistive Technology Interaction full module details

Module code: PN50144 Credits: 30 Semester: Semester 2

This module is designed to develop your knowledge, skills, and values in relation to professional education. It will support you in gaining a critical understanding of educational theories and concepts, and how they can be applied across professional contexts with different kinds of learners.

Education for Practice full module details

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