Foundation Degree in SEND & Inclusion Practices

The Level 5 Foundation Degree in SEND and Inclusion Practices is a higher education programme awarded through University of Hull. It is an inspiring and future focused programme designed for people who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. With over 1.7 million children and young people across England requiring SEND support, the need for compassionate, skilled and forward thinking professionals has never been greater. Studying at our Bede campus, you’ll join a vibrant community of students who are passionate about inclusion, advocacy and transforming lives. Through small group teaching and hands on experience, you will develop the confidence, expertise and creativity needed to support individuals with diverse needs across education, health and social care settings. This is a course that empowers you to become part of the change, to champion equity, celebrate neurodiversity and shape a more inclusive future for individuals.

Modules Your degree is carefully structured to help you grow in confidence, knowledge and professionalism as you move from Level 4 to Level 5. In your first year, you will explore the foundations of neurodiversity, inclusive environments, wellbeing, assistive technologies, co production and reflective practice. These modules help you understand the diverse experiences of individuals with SEND and introduce you to inclusive strategies grounded in current theory and practice. In your second year, you’ll deepen your expertise by studying complex needs, Positive Behaviour Support, trauma informed practice, inclusive curriculum design, cultural competence and research methods. Together, these modules prepare you to take on increasingly advanced responsibilities and to make a meaningful impact in real world settings. Modules are as follows:

Year 1 (Level 4)
• Understanding Neurodiversity and Inclusive Support
• Inclusive Pedagogies, Learning and Care Environments
• Understanding Wellbeing: Building Research and Study Skills
• Digital Inclusion and Assistive Technologies
• Voice, Choice and Co-production
• Reflective Practice and Professional Identity
Year 2 (Level 5)
• Complex Needs and Multi Agency Collaboration
• Behaviour as Communication: Positive Behaviour Support Strategies
• Inclusive Curriculum and Intervention Design
• Trauma Informed Practice and Safeguarding
• SEND in the Community, Cultural Competence and Local contexts
• Research Methods

Teaching and assessment Your learning experience will be dynamic, engaging and deeply applied. Sessions include interactive workshops, discussions, case studies, immersive simulations and live briefs co designed with employers. There are no exams, instead, you’ll complete meaningful coursework that mirrors real world practice, such as professional portfolios, presentations, intervention plans, reflective journals and applied research tasks. Continuous formative feedback, tutorials and peer collaboration ensure you are well supported throughout the course, helping you grow in confidence as you develop your professional voice and identity.