Key facts
Master of Autism and Neurodivergent Studies
The Master of Autism and Neurodivergent Studies can be studied over 1.5 years full-time (four subjects per semester). You can also choose to study part-time and work at your own pace. Students who are working full time often study part-time, choosing to complete one to two subjects per semester, taking three years to complete the full degree.
Graduate Certificate in Autism and Neurodivergent Studies
The Graduate Certificate in Autism and Neurodivergent Studies can only be studied part-time (two subjects a session).
Students who are working full-time often study part-time, choosing to complete one to two subjects per semester, taking 12 months to complete the full degree.
Master of Autism and Neurodivergent Studies
The Master of Autism and Neurodivergent Studies requires the successful completion of 12 subjects (72 credit points).
Core subjects include:
- Autism and Learning
- Introduction to Education Research
- Learning Curriculum for Autistic and Neurodivergent Individuals
- Leading Collaborative Communities for Lifelong Learning
- Minor Research Project: Supporting Individuals with Disability
- Inclusive Practice and Specialist Educators
- Learning Environments for Autistic and Neurodivergent Individuals
- Learning Futures for Autistic and Neurodivergent Individuals
- Evidence-informed practice, autism and neurodivergent conditions
- Professional Experience – Developmental Educators
Plus 12 credit points (2 subjects) from a large range of electives.
View the Course Handbook for the complete course structure and learning outcomes.
Graduate Certificate in Autism and Neurodivergent Studies
The Graduate Certificate in Autism and Neurodivergent Studies requires the successful completion of four subjects (24 credit points):
- Autism and Learning
- Learning Environments for Autistic and Neurodivergent Individuals
- Learning Curriculum for Autistic and Neurodivergent Individuals
- Learning futures for autistic and neurodivergent individuals
View the Course Handbook for the complete course structure and learning outcomes.
| Session | Session Details |
|---|---|
| 2026 Autumn |
Commences: 2 March 2026 |
| 2026 Spring |
Commences: 27 July 2026 |
Master of Autism and Neurodivergent Studies
| Campus | Total Subsidised Course Fee* |
|---|---|
| UOW Online |
$7,104 (2026) Compared to $38,818 for a full fee paying place. |
Graduate Certificate in Autism and Neurodivergent Studies
| Campus | Total Subsidised Course Fee* |
|---|---|
| UOW Online |
$2,368 (2026) Compared to $12,939 for a full fee paying place. |
Domestic students commencing in 2026 may be eligible for subsidised fees as listed above. To be eligible for a fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder. See subsidised postgraduate fees for full details.
*Total indicative course tuition fees shown is for a Commonwealth supported place. These fees are based on normal course length and progression and are subject to change from year to year. For up to date information on course structure and fees, refer to the UOW Course Handbook.
UOW Online
UOW integrates online learning into nearly all subjects. However, when your course is offered through UOW Online, 100% of your course will be delivered online, including all tutorials, class discussions and submission of assessments. This delivery mode allows you to study from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.
Studying online still means you will be able to connect with our passionate lecturers and teachers and network with your classmates.
The Master of Autism and Neurodivergent Studies is accredited by Developmental Educators Australia, which means that graduates qualify to register as Developmental Educators and provide services under NDIS.
