Overview
Speech and Language Therapy (Hons) degree offered at Ulster University meets the needs of those who wish to gain a professional qualification in speech and language therapy together with a good foundation for postgraduate study, involvement in research, and continuing professional development. This programme is recognised by the Professional and Statutory bodies for speech and language therapists (SLTs) in the United Kingdom.
Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). HCPC is the statutory body which regulates the profession and allows graduates to practise as an SLT in the UK. Graduates are also eligible for full membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
There is a strong focus on the application of current theory and evidence to the development of practitioners with good clinical skills. Graduates are fit for purpose to work with people of all ages with communication and eating, drinking, swallowing challenges and are able to use and contribute to research in the area of speech, language and communication. Practice placements are therefore an integral part of the programme and are enhanced by a range of University-based and placement-based support and learning opportunities.
Career and Opportunities
Most graduates currently find employment within the NHS, the Education sector and increasingly in the Charities and Voluntary sector. There are a range of opportunities for speech and language therapists, working both within Health and Education.
With this degree you could become:
- Speech and Language Therapist
- Learning Disability Support worker
- Autism Therapist
- Support Worker
- Researcher
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Health Science Research
- Neuroscience
- Enhancing Participation: Acquired Neurology
- Vocal Health
- Advanced Clinical Linguistics
- A Focus on Fluency
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Derry, Ireland
Disciplines
Language Studies Psychology Neuroscience View 5 other Bachelors in Neuroscience in IrelandWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A Level requirement: BBB
- RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma / OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma: award profile DDM
- Irish Leaving Certificate: Grades H3,H3,H3,H3,H3. Plus English and Mathematics grade H6 at Higher Level or grade O4 at Ordinary Level
- GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language and Maths
Higher Education:
- Overall profile of 65% (120 credit Access course) (NI Access course), including 65% in each level 3 module. To include a 20 credit level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma
- Overall Access profile of 24 credits at distinction and 21 credits at merit in graded units (60 credit Access course) (GB Access course) in a relevant subject. Plus GCSE Mathematics and English Language grade C.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youNon-residents17010 GBP / year≈ 17010 GBP / year -
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Applies to youCitizens or residents4860 GBP / year≈ 4860 GBP / year
Living costs
Derry
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Scholarships Information
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