Bsc Hons Speech & Language Pathology in University of Strathclyde, UK

Bsc Hons Speech & Language Pathology in University of Strathclyde

Study with us

• ranked 2nd in the UK for Oral and Aural Sciences (Complete University Guide 2020)
• approved by the Health and Care Professions Council, our degree provides a route into the profession
• study a combination of language and scientific elements
• learn in our speech research lab using specialist equipment and software
• benefit from participating in the longest established such degree in Scotland and one of the oldest in the UK

Why this course?

Speech and language therapists assess and treat a wide variety of speech, language and communication problems. Our course, which provides a route into this profession, is the longest established in Scotland and one of the oldest in the UK.

The four-year Honours degree programme covers four subject areas:

• speech and language pathology
• linguistics and phonetics
• psychology
• medical sciences

You'll take part in work placements throughout the four years.

What you’ll study

You'll take part in theoretical and practical studies throughout the course as well as placements in schools, nurseries, hospitals and other settings. You'll carry out two research investigations in Year 4.

Major projects

Bringing together learning and skills from various modules on the course, in Year 4 you'll develop your own idea for a research investigation that would benefit the profession.

You're assigned a tutor to provide individual support in working towards the Honours project.

Learning & teaching

Our teaching methods include:

• lectures
• seminars
• workshops
• tutorials

Our practical work is supported by web-based materials and discussion groups.

You're well supported by the friendly and responsive course team, where the same year tutor continues to support the year group as it progresses through the four years. 

Careers

Speech and language therapists are often employed within the NHS. Our graduates have close links with the education and health sectors and many are based in hospitals.

Therapists work with:

• children and adults who may have lost the ability to communicate at an early age
• those who have developed communication difficulties following a stroke or brain injury
• those who have voice disorders, learning disabilities or problems swallowing and chewing

Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (essential for employment as a speech and language therapist in the UK).

Employers tell us our graduates stand out, following our specially-designed professional development classes in year 4.

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