This Master of Special Education (MEd) is offered as a part-time online Master program or full-time in-person cohort, making it flexible and accessible for practicing teachers to undertake their Master's of Education while working. The VIU Special Education Master’s program is designed as a highly experiential learning environment. Graduate students are able to personalize their learning and build meaningful connections with the school communities they live and work in.

Completion of a Bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of "B" in the final two years. A record of at least two years of successful teaching is preferred. Two current, confidential assessment reports. A letter of intent explaining why the applicant wishes to pursue graduate work in this area. Additionally for international applicants whose undergraduate study was not in English:\ Clear identification of the candidate's proficiency in written and conversational English, demonstrated by either of the following means: Completion of VIU's English Language Certificate Program