Autism and Education (X4900E)
Source: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/100315-autism-and-education Parent: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/business-analytics-bsc-hons
15 credits, Level 5
Spring teaching
On this module, we will:
- identify the key features of autism including the ‘triad of impairments’ (social interaction, communication and flexibility of thought)
- examine the range of ways in which symptoms are manifested across the spectrum.
Different theories will be explored to understand psychological, biological and sociological approaches to this condition. You will be introduced to a range of case studies that take into account educational environments, interventions, behaviours and supports. The module is for you if you seek to further your understanding of this complex condition and, in particular, if you are interested in educational strategies used to support autistic pupils.
Teaching
100%: Seminar\
Assessment
100%: Written assessment (Essay)\
Contact hours and workload
This module is approximately 150 hours of work. This breaks down into about 22 hours of contact time and about 128 hours of independent study. The University may make minor variations to the contact hours for operational reasons, including timetabling requirements.
We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.
We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.