About the Programme
The program is designed to produce professionals who are capable of supporting learners with varied educational needs, undertaking educational leadership positions that are responsive to the learner and to all stake-holders; reviewing and innovatively implementing the curriculum; and contributing positively to contemporary issues in special needs education. The program targets educators, administrators, policy makers and researchers who are expected to take leadership and manage issues related Special Needs Education at various levels.

Admission Requirements
A Masters degree of Maseno University or any other recognised university or other
qualifications considered by University Senate as equivalent to a relevant Masters 
degree.

Duration of the Programme
A Doctoral programme in Special Needs Education takes a minimum period of three academic years and a maximum period of five academic years for a candidate registered as full time. A Candidate registered as part-time, shall take a minimum of four academic years and a maximum of seven academic years of part-time attendance. 

Degree Structure
The programme is offered through coursework, research, proposal and thesis writing. Where a doctoral student is found deficient in areas necessary for PhD research work as determined by the department, the student shall be required to register for relevant courses from Masters/Undergraduate programs. Such students will be expected to register and pass examinations in the courses particularly level 8 courses.

Programme Courses
Year 1, Semester 1

Year 1, Semester 2

Year 2, Semester 1 and 2

Year 3, Semester 1 and 2