Master in Special Needs Education

The University of Inland Norway is located in Norway. It offers flexible education across six campuses. These campuses are Blæstad, Elverum, Evenstad, Hamar, Lillehammer, and Rena. The university also offers teaching in Kongsvinger and Tynset. It provides bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees. Shorter courses and year-long studies are also available. The university has a total of 15,257 students.

Research at the university is closely linked to its education programs. This ensures education is research-based. The university contributes new knowledge to important societal areas. It has a practical research profile. This supports knowledge-based working life and innovation. The university collaborates nationally and internationally. It offers English-language programs to attract international students. Many students also study abroad.

The University of Inland Norway is a key competence institution in its region. It actively collaborates with employers and society in Innlandet. The university is re-certified as a Miljøfyrtårn. This applies to the institution and all its study locations. It is known for hosting a prestigious research conference in leadership and business economics.

Master in Special Needs Education

The University of Inland Norway offers a Master i spesialpedagogikk. This program focuses on special needs education. It provides competence in counseling, language, and inclusion within education and upbringing.

What You Will Study

This master's program prepares students for roles requiring high-level special needs insight. You will study inclusive, marginalizing, and excluding processes in education. The program emphasizes independent, scientifically reflected understanding of theoretical and practical subjects. It also covers scientific thinking and methods, qualifying students for further research education.

Specializations and Admission

The program offers three specializations: Special Needs Counseling and Change Work, Language in Special Needs Theory and Practice, and Special Needs Education in Kindergartens. Admission requires a bachelor's degree with at least 80 ECTS credits in pedagogy or special needs education. Other qualifications may be accepted with additional pedagogy credits. An average grade of C or better is required.

Program Details and Dates

The Master i spesialpedagogikk is located in Lillehammer. It is a block-based study, offered full-time or part-time, lasting 2-4 years. The program awards 120 ECTS credits. Instruction is in Norwegian. The program starts in August. The application deadline for 2026 entry is August 25, 2026. Students must attend at least 75 percent of classes. The program costs a semester fee.