Research in Special Needs Education, Master Degree, Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
Master Degree	Full-time	2 years	August	find out	find out

About Research in Special Needs Education, Master Degree - at Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo

Equal access to education is one of the key tools we have to overcome social inequalities. The international Master's programme Research in Special Needs Education provides a strong foundation for a career committed to improving the quality of life of people with special needs and promoting social justice in local communities. This programme is one of the most innovative in special needs and inclusive education.

About the programme

The Master's in Reseach in Special Needs Education (RSNE) rigorously align with open science, inclusion, multiculturalism, sustainability, democracy, and the of promotion social justice. This program addresses several of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Read more about sustainability in special education.

Teaching is delivered through a combination of seminars and lectures, focusing on various theoretical disciplines, historical contexts, and research training. Assessments include written assignments and exams, with plenty of opportunity to reflect on different professional and cultural contexts through groupwork and discussions. The language of instruction is English.

This programme educates students who want to work in the sectors of special needs education, promoting inclusion and inclusive practice, and in policy development. Choosing the programme is a step towards a career committed to improving the quality of life for people with special needs, and to promoting social justice in local communities. The programme is relevant for candidates looking to develop their professional practice, and for those wishing to pursue an academic career as a researcher in special needs education (e.g., as a Ph.D. candidate).

As an RSNE student you have access to esteemed scholars and leading institutions through our international network. Expand your horizons and enhance your research with insights from top experts in the field.

Study environment

There are numerous student societies, which all University of Oslo students may join.

If you have an interest in writing, you can write for Pedagogisk Profil, which is a student-driven magazine. You can also contribute to the study environment by joining Kjellerutvalget – the organisation responsible for the Faculty's student pub, or you can get involved with the UV – Student Union and be a representative of the students at the faculty.

The Department of Special Needs Education is part of an extended international network, providing students with the opportunity of encountering high-level international scholars and institutions.

Further studies and career opportunities

As a graduate of this programme, you will have the skills to work in an international environment, and the knowledge to operate in the different roles involved in the preparation, management and realisation of intervention, consultation, inclusion, and research.

As a graduate, you are eligible to apply to PhD programmes in Norway and elsewhere.

You can find more information about further studies and career opportunities on our website.

Learn more about Research in Special Needs Education, Master Degree - at Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo

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Notes about fees for this course

Students from the EU/EEA and Switzerland do not have to pay tuition fees.

Students with citizenship from countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland must pay tuition fees, unless they qualify for an exemption. Applicants who are offered admission, will receive information about the precise tuition fee alongside the offer.

Entry requirements

Application deadlines

Applicants residing in Norway and Nordic citizens:

The application portal opens 1 February
The application deadline is 15 April

Applicants from EU/EEA and Swiss citizens:

The application portal opens 1 February
The application deadline is 1 March

Applicants from outside EU/EEA and Switzerland:

The application portal opens 15 October
The application deadline is 15 November

The study programme starts in August every year.

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Fees, Funding and Scholarships at Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo

The majority of Norwegian universities and state university colleges are publicly funded. This means that we do not charge any tuition fees from our students, regardless of their country of origin.

Student reviews of Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo

Find out what students say about Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo

Wanted to become an expert in higher education

Enzo N. Rossi completed his Master's degree in Higher Education in 2015. Today he works as an external consultant for the University of Oslo's Department of Informatics in their project DHIS2 (District Health Information Software).

- In my current job, the degree from UiO is going to be especially useful moving forward. The company I work for are expanding into the area of education, and my specific knowledge of that sector is definitely going to be beneficial.

After moving to Norway and completing his degree, Enzo has a lot of good memories from his years at UiO.

- My classmates were total stars! I learned a lot from them and their varied backgrounds. I feel like I made many friends through getting involved with student life and events, so I definitely recommend doing that, Enzo tells us.

For people with an analytical mindset that are looking for a new challenge

Oscar Skovdahl Jørstad completed his Master's degree in Assessment, Measurement and Evaluation in 2020, he now works at The Norwegian Directorate for Education and Training.

This program suits people who have an analytical mindset and are looking for a challenge. You can be part of a field that is not quite mainstream yet and still growing. You will acquire skills that are sought after by a growing number of workplaces.

I feel really lucky to get such a relevant job. I am now working with what I studied in the program.