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Master of Science - MSc (UG)
Main Site (Newcastle)
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Master of Science - MSc (UG)
Main Site (Newcastle)
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Master of Science - MSc (UG)
Newcastle, Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Our accredited Master of Speech and Language Sciences degree will prepare you for a career as a leader in speech and language therapy.
Course overview
Gain the knowledge and experience to undertake speech and language therapy practice.
On our four year degree you'll study core modules in speech and language pathology. These include causes, diagnosis, assessment and treatment of a range of speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders in adults and children.
You'll gain an understanding of speech and language therapy practice through case-based teaching. You will discuss real-life scenarios and high levels of clinical work.
The progamme includes clinical experience during each year. You'll put theory into practice and gain a scientifically-oriented theoretical understanding of speech and language therapy. This ensures you'll graduate a confident and skilled Speech and Language Therapist.
Careers support
Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.
Exam type
A levelA level:
AAB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AAABB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:30,M:15,P:0 Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
D3,D3,M2 Grades / Points required
Extended Project:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
34 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H1,H1,H2,H2,H3 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDD Grades / Points required
AAB normally including one of the core sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). If a candidate is not sitting any of the core sciences at A Level, we will consider other profiles, e.g., students with Psychology A-level. In these cases, applicants would need strong performance in a core science at AS Level (B or above) or at GCSE level (7 or above) . The candidate would still require AAB in their chosen A-levels. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. General Studies not accepted as a full A Level. GCSE Mathematics and English required (minimum grade B or 6) if not offered at a higher level.
AAABB at Higher Grade including at least one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Mathematics and English required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
30 level 3 credits at Distinction including 15 credits in biological sciences, and 15 level 3 credits at Merit or above. GCSE Mathematics and English required (minimum grade B or 6) if not offered at a higher level.
normally including one of the core sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). GCSE Mathematics and English required (minimum grade B or 6) if not offered at a higher level.
We welcome applications from students offering an Extended Project and value the skills of research and independent learning that it is designed to develop. If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as part of your application profile, but we will not usually include it in offer conditions for this degree programme.
A minimum of 34 points with three subjects grade 5 or above at Higher Level. A core science at grade 6 and Mathematics (or Mathematical Studies) and English at grade 5 required at Standard Level if not offered at Higher Level.
H1H1H2H2H3 at Higher Level, to include at least one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Ordinary Level Mathematics required at grade O2 if not offered at Higher Level.
BTEC Applied Science preferred. Applicants are considered on an individual basis, but BTEC modules studied must include at least 180 GLH in Physiology/Anatomy. Please note that Extended Diplomas in Children's Care or Sport Science are not normally accepted unless accompanied by AS level Biology at grade B.Extended Certificate in Applied Sciences does not replace a Core Science A level. GCSE Mathematics and English required (minimum grade B or 6)
Students living in
Rest of World
£25,300 per year
Students from International
Living costs - 10500-11500 a year
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