Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-registration), MSc
This course prepares learners for the breadth of speech and language therapy (SLT) practice in the continually evolving Health and Social Care sector. You will be part of a small cohort where staff will get to know each learner. Workplace experiences start in the first semester supporting learning that makes links between theory and practice from day one. The course is full-time running from September in Year 1 to August in Year 2.
Each semester includes integrated block workplace experiences. In Year 2 learners are supported to identify a future career focused elective experience, and a five-week full-time placement. Classes are in our purpose-built rehabilitation and assessment facilities. We have excellent links with speech and language therapists working in the NHS, private practice across the North West, charitable organisations, and international institutions. We provide excellent opportunities to gain experience of the extensiveness of modern practice.
The University’s leading Allied Health Research unit involves learners and researchers addressing cross disciplinary and international health care. We host the regional Hub of the Council for Allied Health Professions Research (CAHPR), the Advancing Dysphagia Practice (ADP) group, and the innovative online learning community of practice ReSNetSLT (Research Support Network). The team regularly offers professional development (CPD) events for practising clinicians which are open to our learners, providing opportunities for novices and professionals to work alongside each other from a wide range of settings.
Campus Information
Preston
There are a variety of different ways you can access our Preston city campus, whether by rail, road or air. Preston is well served by the M6 motorway both north and south and excellent cross country rail links. There are also two major international airports in Manchester and Liverpool John Lennon.
Intakes
- Jan
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
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 |
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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
55% in bachelor degree
70% in Year 12 English*
Or
70% average grade in Year 11 and Year 12 English provided Year 12 is not below 65%
Or
Standard English language entry requirements – IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
GCSE or O-Level English Grade C - Grade C
A Level English Language - Grade C
TOEFL iBT including Special At Home Edition - 88 (with minimum grades of 21 in each component)
UCLan Test of English Language Level (TELL) - Merit (75%) with no component below pass (65%)
Pearson Test of EnglishAcademic - 61 with minimum of 55 in each component
Application to the programme will be via a completed application form (including a personal statement) and two supporting references. Candidates who demonstrate, in their application form, how they meet the academic entry requirements (listed below), and demonstrate knowledge of, and motivation to join the speech and language therapy profession will be invited to undertake a values-based recruitment event at the University.
Normal Entry requirements
First degree (Lower second class or above)
GCSE Maths (Grade 4 or above) and English language (Grade 4 or above) or equivalent
For applicants where English is not their first language, we will accept an IELTS examination score at level 8.0 minimum with no element below 7.5 in alignment with the HCPC requirements for registration
Non-standard applicants will be considered on individual merit.
Candidates offered a place will also be required to demonstrate the following prior to entry:
Satisfactory values-based interview
Satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure
Satisfactory occupational health clearance
Further details of the interview process will be provided to applicants who have successfully met the entry requirements. Applicants will be guided through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and speech and language therapy health screening process. The costs of these services are included with the course fees.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
13200 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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