Overview
M.A. Disability Studies (Master of Arts in Disability Studies) is a 2-year postgraduate programme in rehabilitation science and disability management. It covers rehabilitation services, disability management, community-based rehabilitation and assistive technology.
Course Details
- Level: Postgraduate (PG)
- Duration: 2 years
M.A. Disability Studies is listed as a 2-year programme. Confirm the structure with the institute.
Eligibility
Relevant bachelor's degree from a recognised university, with the marks prescribed by RCI and the institute.
Admission
Admission is through the institute or university process. RCI does not prescribe one national entrance test; some national institutes and universities run their own entrance tests or merit lists. Check each institute's notice.
Registration & Recognition
Rehabilitation training programmes need recognition by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). RCI-recognised qualifications let professionals register with the Central Rehabilitation Register (CRR) to practise, and qualifications from institutions that RCI has not recognised are not valid for employment or practice in the rehabilitation field. Check that the institute and programme are on the RCI list before you apply.
What You Will Learn
The programme covers disability and rehabilitation concepts, community-based rehabilitation, counselling, assistive technology, vocational rehabilitation, disability law and supervised fieldwork.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include rehabilitation institutes, NGOs, government disability departments, hospitals and community programmes.
Career Options
Graduates can work as rehabilitation professional, community-based rehabilitation worker, disability programme manager, counsellor or researcher. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to a master's degree, a PG diploma, a PhD, or work in rehabilitation services and disability programmes.
Good to Know
This is a university programme, not listed in the RCI recognised-programme table; check whether the university course is RCI recognised.