7Jun
UndergraduateCourse summary
Why choose this course? Teaching a balanced mix across the lifespan of paediatric and adults, this course equips you with the clinical and professional competencies making you eligible for registration as a Speech and Language Therapist. You will: Be eligible for The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and The Royal College Of Speech & Language Therapists (RCSLT) registration upon graduation Access modern simulation facilities including Virtual Reality Have the opportunity to participate in placements across North Wales in a variety of clinical settings Benefit from strong links with the local health board Learn from a lecturing team offering expertise from a range of clinical backgrounds. *This course is part of a subject area ranked 1st in Wales and top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality 1st in the UK for Student Experience Joint 1st in the UK for Graduate Prospects in the Subjects Allied to Medicine subject area league table in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2025 *This course is rated 1st in Wales for Career Prospects in the Health Professionals subject area league table in the Guardian University Guide, 2025. *This course is rated 4th in the UK for Satisfied with Teaching in the Health Professionals subject area league table in the Guardian University Guide, 2025. *This course is rated 1st in Wales in the Health Studies subject area league table in the Daily Mail University League Table, 2024. Key Course Features: Dynamic and practical approach to teaching Strong links with the RCSLT, our professional body Teaching consists of modern themes relevant to the evolving profession Placement opportunities in a variety of clinical settings to provide you with practical knowledge and skills Opportunities to engage in research throughout the course
Subject options
This course offers the following subject options:
- Speech and Language Therapy - English
- Therapi Lleferydd ac Iaith - Cymraeg
Modules
What you will study Year 1 (Level 4) In the first year of study, you are introduced to the concepts of phonetics, linguistics, psychology, biology and human development that will underpin your studies on the rest of this course. You will develop skills in research and professional practice. You will undertake a pre-clinical in semester 1 and a clinical placement in a Speech and Language Therapy team in semester 2. Modules: Foundations in Professional and Evidence Based Practice Development and Learning Across the Lifespan Communication and Swallowing Across the Lifespan Introduction to Phonetics and Linguistics Essential Psychology Year 2 (Level 5) In the second year, you will build on the knowledge and skills you have learned in year 1. You will learn more about specialist areas of Speech and Language Therapy, and apply this knowledge to practice through lectures, seminars, simulation and placement. Modules: Speech and Swallowing Applied Life Sciences and Psychology Language and Cognition Clinical Linguistics and Phonetics Developing Professional and Evidence Based Practice Year 3 (Level 6): In the final year of study, students consolidate their learning from the previous two years to integrate their understanding of the theories underpinning Speech and Language Therapy and their application to practice. Students will complete 2 clinical placements in their third year, and have the opportunity to present their research projects at a local conference. Modules: The Evolving Profession Speech and Language Therapy Specialisms Advanced Professional Practice Clinical Research Project The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Assessment method
Teaching & Assessment You will be taught through a blended learning approach, utilising in person teaching on our Plas Coch campus, online lectures and seminars, and set asynchronous work to complete in your own time. Lectures take on a dynamic and practical approach, including group work and discussions, debates, creating resources, presentations and case studies. Assessment takes many forms, including written assignments and exams, case based oral exams, placement-based vivas and portfolios. Teaching and learning We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available. In terms of particular needs, the University’s Inclusion Services can provide appropriate guidance and support should any students require reasonable adjustments to be made because of a recognised prevailing disability, medical condition, or specific learning difference
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- SL22
- Institution code:
- G53
- Campus name:
- Wrexham (Main Campus)
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma
120 UCAS tariff points at GCE A Level or equivalent in relevant subject areas such as science, the arts and languages. A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent), to include English/Welsh language, Maths and Science at grade C or above. In addition to the academic requirements, all applicants whose first language is not English or Welsh must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to Level 8 of the International English Language Testing System, with no element below 7.5
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://wrexham.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate-courses/speech-and-language-therapy/#panel3
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Wrexham University
Plas Coch
Mold Road
Wrexham
LL11 2AW