Taught course

Speech And Language Therapy (Pre-Registration)

Institution
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh · School of Health Sciences
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

An upper second class honours degree or above (or equivalent) is required.

Evidence of experience of working with/ caring for/supporting people with communication impairments, for example through professional or voluntary work or personal experience, is essential.

Applicants should be able to evidence that they understand and are passionate about the role of the SLT.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This MSc in Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-Registration) course provides graduates with a fast-track route into a career in speech therapy, a profession with excellent employment prospects and the opportunity to work in a variety of settings. As a speech and language therapist you will provide life-changing treatment, support and care for people who have difficulties communicating and/or eating, drinking and swallowing. It can be a very varied and deeply rewarding career.

Unique in Scotland: The course is the only postgraduate pre-registration course of its kind in Scotland.

The course is delivered full time over two years and includes practice placements that are invaluable to your learning. Professional registration: The course is accredited by the Health & Care Professions Council and confers eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a speech and language therapist.

Information for international students

International students: You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 8.0 with no individual element below 7.5. IELTs is required (previous study in English will not be accepted for International applicants).

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    full time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Admissions
Email
admissions@qmu.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)131 474 0000