University of Southern Punjab

M.Phil Special Education

Introduction

M.Phil Special Education is a research-based program. This program is aimed at developing research skills among students to develop an awareness of educational research and concepts. M.Phil Special Education Program is designed by the Best University in Multan to prepare specialists who have academic and professional in-depth in the field of Education. This program also provides opportunities for professional development in general and in-service teachers. It also serves the objectives of developing research as well as promoting research activities in the various areas of specialization.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Sixteen years of schooling or 4 year education in relevant filed from HEC recognized DAI will be required for admission.
  • The GAT-General (CAT-B) (www.nts.org.pk/gat/gat.asp) / USP-Admit Test conducted by the National Testing Service with a minimum 50% cumulative score will be required at the time of admission.

NOC

For M.Phil Special Education program NOC is granted by HEC Pakistan.

Career Prospects

 

  • Education Consultant
  • Administrators in Educational Institution
  • Teaching Assistant
  • Research Assistant
  • Instructional supervisors
  • Research Specialist
  • Lectures in Universities.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

Product from the Department of Education will be able to use their skills to set goals and objectives for learning that involves students in significant learning activities.

Students will be able to use their skills of cognitive, social, and emotional development in creating an environment of respect and understanding and a culture for learning.

Engage in customarily teaching practices to help all students – regardless of language, race, geographic location, special needs, or poverty.

Use effective and appropriate communication techniques in their teaching, professional teamwork, and interactions with students, colleagues, parents, and the community.

To train the characters of professional educators in their teaching and interactions with students, colleagues, parents, and the community.

Developing vast Curriculum in a view to producing well-versed Teachers.

Using new and multi-dimensional pedagogic methodologies and train the youth of the nation for better service in the country

Programs Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

To develop reflective skills for the development of educational practices

To provide rigorous training in developing various research designs and produce quality research-based solutions

To promote research and assessment skills among students to promote research culture in the field of education

To produce leaders in public and private educational institutions

Enable the students to be familiar with the modern trends in the educational process

Scheme of Studies for M.Phil Special Education Program (Weekend)

Total Credit Hours = 32

Courses
Research Methods in Special Education
Academic Writing and Research Ethics
Trends and Issues in Special and Inclusive Education
Advanced Studies and Methods in Disabilities
Understanding of Holy Quran-II
Mental Health and Well-being of Students with Disabilities
Data Analysis and Computers Application in Special Education
Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies in Special Education
Area of Specialization in
a) Advanced Studies in Sensory Impairment
Or
b) Advanced Studies in Developmental Disabilities
Understanding of Holy Quran-II
Thesis