Master of Disability and Inclusion Studies
This programme draws on a social interactional model of disability that critically engages with questions of identity, ableism and rights through tackling key questions of inclusion in research, policy and practice.
180 points, 1.5 years
Hamilton, Online
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Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July)
Why study the Master of Disability and Inclusion Studies?
Disability and Inclusion Studies is an interdisciplinary field of study. In the Master of Disability and Inclusion Studies at Waikato, disability and inclusion is studied through research and practice in education, human rights law and the social sciences. It takes an intersectional perspective firmly informed by the lived experiences of disabled people and critical disability studies approaches.
Interested in shaping social change in disability and inclusion through inclusive research and innovative co-developed policy and practice? You will gain comprehensive disability and inclusion skills and knowledge with access to leading national and international thinkers and practitioners. Pathways into further research, academic careers in teaching and research, policy leadership and advocacy are created through this programme.
As a graduate, you will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of concepts, issues and debates in the area of disability studies, particularly in your own research. Thinking critically and creatively, you will evaluate current issues, research and advanced scholarship in the field of disability studies and work proactively to develop professional relationships with others in the field.
In the Master of Disability and Inclusion Studies, you will complete core Disability and Inclusion Studies papers, option papers and research in the form of a Dissertation or Thesis. You can complete the programme at a level and pace that suits you and your study goals.
Depending on the papers selected, it may be possible to study fully online. It is recommended that you contact the programme leader to plan your programme of study and research for both face-to-face and online study.
Career Opportunities
- Academic
- Disability Advocate
- Inclusion Practitioner
- Inclusive Educator
- Policy and Project Worker/Analyst
- Researcher
- Senior Practitioner in disability services support and management
180 points, 1.5 years
Hamilton, Online
Papers offered differ by location. Find a Paper for full location info.
Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July)
Degree information
Select a tile for more information. Admission normally requires a bachelor's degree with at least a B grade average across 300 level papers.
Credit for Previous Study information
Recognition of Prior Learning information
The School of Education offers Educational Partnership Study Awards to Collaborative University-School Partnership (CUSP) schools and Professional Experience ECE (PEECE) centres in recognition of their work in supporting the School’s initial teacher education programmes and students.
Estimated fees
$8,605 - $9,271 per year
Domestic tuition fees
Approximate annual tuition fees and costs for domestic students enrolled in one year of full-time study.
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All amounts are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Tuition fees shown are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment. Please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information. You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees. View information about fees free study.
Research - guidelines and application forms
For those wanting to undertake a research component within the qualification the guidelines and forms are listed below:
- EDUCA592 - Dissertation Guidelines and Application Form
- EDUCA593 / 594 - Thesis Guidelines and Application Form
Research is governed by the Ethical Conduct in Research Regulations. For advice about the online Research Ethics Application please email fedu.ethics@waikato.ac.nz.
This information is provisional and subject to change.
Structure of the programme
The requirements are 180 points including:
DINST521 and DINST522 one of the research methods papers from List C; and one of the research paper options from List D with a focus on disability and inclusion.
In order to be eligible for consideration for the award of honours, the requirements of the degree must be completed in two years of full-time study or four years of part-time study from the date of first enrolment in the degree - please see the MDInS regulations.
There are normally three options regarding how study can be planned.
What our students are saying
Participating in student-led policy discussions and workshops helped me build a network of like-minded professionals, many of whom I still collaborate with today.Makarand Deepak RodgePostgraduate Diploma
