Speech and Language Therapy MSpchLangTher
Queen Margaret University Edinburgh
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This new four year integrated master’s course will equip you with all the knowledge and skills that you need to start a rewarding career as a speech and language therapist. You will learn the theory of speech and language therapy, and placements will immerse you in a variety of clinical environments. We are passionate about original research and you will have the chance to explore an area that inspires you.**Why QMU?**- Our classes are small compared with some other universities, so you will ...Read more

This new four year integrated master’s course will equip you with all the knowledge and skills that you need to start a rewarding career as a speech and language therapist. You will learn the theory of speech and language therapy, and placements will immerse you in a variety of clinical environments. We are passionate about original research and you will have the chance to explore an area that inspires you.


Why QMU?

- Our classes are small compared with some other universities, so you will enjoy more personal support and guidance from lecturers. - Your learning will be boosted by input from experienced speech and language therapists working in the NHS and independent sectors. - Learning from our research-active team, you will be fully involved in relevant research. - QMU is internationally renowned for its research in speech and language. Our ability to communicate with others is a vital part of who we are as individuals, and how we fit in with society. Speech and language therapists play a vital role in assessing and treating people who have communication and swallowing difficulties, developmental and acquired. Clients can be of all ages, from newborn to the elderly. If you are passionate about applying scientific principles to support communication and want to make a difference to others lives, we can help you forge a fascinating career.


On this course you will

:- Develop a strong theoretical understanding of speech and language therapy (SLT) through modules in linguistics, psychology, biological and medical sciences, and research methods.- Carry out regular clinical placements that will build your practical skills. You will be placed in a variety of settings including hospitals, schools and clinics to ensure you gain a range of experience.This is a four year integrated undergraduate master’s course. Students commence the course with a view to graduating with a master’s degree in four years. Students have the opportunity to transfer at the end of Year Two to a BSc (Hons) route. In Years Three and Four students are often taught alongside postgraduate students studying on the MSc Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-Registration). On successful completion of either the three or four-year route, students will be eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC as a speech and language therapist.

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94/101
CUG Ranking
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97th
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5%
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90%
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Scottish Higher:

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Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H1,H2,H2,H2,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

Pass Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

Preferred: one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Maths. Also accepted English, Languages or Psychology.Also, Maths and English at GCSE grade B or 6.

Preferred subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Maths. Also accepted English, Languages or Psychology.Also, Maths and English at Nat 5 grade B.

Preferred: a Language, Science or Psychology subject area. Considered on an individual basis.

English and Maths required at Standard level 5/6. Preferred subjects at Higher IB level: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Maths. Also accepted English, Languages or Psychology.

Preferred subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Maths. Also accepted English, Languages or Psychology.Also, Maths and English at Ordinary Level grade O3 or Higher Level grade H4.

Preferred: Study in a Language, Science or Psychology subject area: e.g. Applied Science, Health & Social Care and Health & Social Care (Health Science).Please note, BTEC in Early Years Education/Childcare NOT accepted.

Successful completion of HNC Applied Sciences with grade B in the graded unit for level 1. Considered on an individual basis. Also, Maths and English required at Nat5 with grade B.Please note: HNC in Care & Admin Practice/Social Services is NOT accepted.

Successful completion of HND Applied Sciences with grade B in the graded unit for level 1. Considered on an individual basis. Also, Maths and English required at Nat5 with grade B.Please note: HND in Care & Admin Practice/Social Services is NOT accepted.

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£9,250 per year

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£17,325 per year

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Students from International

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£17325 Per year

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