MSc Speech and Language Therapy
This two year course will enable you to become a registered speech and language therapist. You will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to become a competent and confident professional.
During your first year, you will learn foundational knowledge and gain the professional and clinical skills needed to be a speech and language therapist. This will readily prepare you for year 2 as you undertake multiple clinical placements, as well as developing your research skills. Whatever your interests in this field, you will be supported to follow your passions as you have the option of selecting certain topics of study during your final year.
You will also have the opportunity to achieve the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership as part of your course. We are the only university to offer this, and our focus is empowering leaders of the future. This prestigious qualification will enhance your career prospects by giving you the skills, knowledge, and recognition to thrive in healthcare leadership.
As well as engaging with both theory and practice, you will be encouraged to adapt your own clinical work as a speech and language therapist, ensuring that you foster an inclusive and person-centred approach to your work.
You will work with a wide range of patients as you deliver care to allow people to communicate and find their voice. Our academics champion diverse representation and encourage inclusive leadership, ensuring that you are fully prepared to work with the entire community upon graduation.
Campus Information
Medway Campus
Rowan Williams Court 30 Pembroke Court Chatham Maritime Kent ME4 4UF
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Kick start your career with the help of the Careers and Enterprise Team. They can help you achieve your future goals with lots of free online resources and support, plus advice on CV writing and job applications, interviews and assessments, skills building and personal development.
The Careers and Enterprise Hub is a great place to find information, events and guidance on careers, jobs and planning your future. Log in to book one-to-one career guidance appointments, connect with the team on live chat, discover the work experience fund and find out about the latest events.
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Advice and practical support on offer
planning your future
CV, application and supporting statements
volunteering
interview preparation
getting part-time work (Unitemps)
further study
working for yourself.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor of Arts/Science/Commerce degree of at least three years duration or Professional Degree (4 years+)
For programmes requiring a 2:2
• 3-year Bachelor's degree (Honours) from an accredited university with a minimum overall average of 55% or CGPA 6.0 out of 10.0 depending on the university
• 3-year Bachelor's degree (Science) from an accredited university with a minimum overall from 55% or CGPA 6.0 out of 10.0 depending on the university
• 4-year Bachelor's degree (Eng/Tech) from an accredited university with a minimum overall average of 55% or CGPA 6.0 out of 10.0 depending on the university.
For postgraduate
IELTS – minimum of 6.5
IELTS Writing – minimum of 6.0
IELTS in all other bands – minimum of 5.5.
Please check with our Admissions Team for your specific English requirements as some courses many differ.
We are also able to consider some non-UK English qualifications for entry. The Admissions Team will advise if they are able to accept your English language qualification once you have applied.
We are able to waive the IELTS requirements for the following qualifications:
65% in Standard XII CBSE and ISC English
70% in Standard XII English under the state boards of Maharashtra, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala (For the higher IELTS requirements, the grades required in Standard XII will increase by 5% for each 0.5 increase in IELTS e.g. IELTS 6.5 requires 70% for CBSE and ICSE and 75% for Maharashtra, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala.)
We will not accept Medium of Instruction.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
31000 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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