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Speech and Language Therapy at Canterbury Christ Church University - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Course summary

Transform your passion for communication and care into a rewarding professional career with the MSc Speech and Language Therapy. Designed for graduates from diverse academic backgrounds, this accelerated two-year course provides an alternative route into the profession, combining academic study with clinical placement experience to help you become a confident, competent, and autonomous speech and language therapist. What you’ll learn

  • Develop the clinical, ethical, and professional skills needed for registration as a qualified Speech and Language Therapist.
  • Master advanced communication strategies to support effective client engagement and collaborative teamworking.
  • Apply evidence-based research to design and deliver sustainable, person-centred interventions.
  • Engage in reflective and self-directed learning to support lifelong professional growth and continuous development.
  • Demonstrate leadership and advocacy in promoting equality, inclusivity, and innovation within diverse health contexts.
  • Aligned with the four pillars of advanced clinical practice - clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research - this course will equip you with the expertise to deliver effective, person-centred care in a range of health and social care settings.
You’ll develop advanced communication, research, and leadership skills, learning to collaborate across professional disciplines and to advocate for inclusivity, sustainability, and social justice in your practice. Our curriculum has been developed in partnership with service users, clinical partners, and practising professionals, ensuring that your learning reflects the latest developments in speech and language therapy and healthcare policy. You’ll benefit from small-group teaching, dedicated academic support, and strong links to local and national employers, preparing you for professional registration and a successful career in the NHS or wider healthcare settings. Professional accreditation Our MSc Speech and Language course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT), As a graduate of our course, you'll unlock a world of career opportunities. Eligible for registration with the HCPC and membership of the RCSLT, You will be qualified to work with people of all ages with a wide range of speech, language, communication and eating drinking and swallowing needs. Specialist facilities As a healthcare student, you will have access to our specialist, industry-relevant, simulation facilities at our Medway Campus. 20% Alumni Discount We offer alumni discounts on CCCU Postgraduate Taught, PGCE Primary and Secondary, and Master's by Research courses for eligible students.

Assessment method

Assessment on this course is different for each module, providing learners with a variety of ways to show skills and knowledge and represent your learning. Some of the modules have an exam element to the assessments but you will also demonstrate your learning by producing written work, such as essays and portfolios and presentations. You will also be required to pass your placements to qualify as an SLT.

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree in a related area at 2:1 or above. The Faculty of Medicine, Health, and Social Care Course Policy states that all courses must ensure that the relevant criminal conviction/disclosure and barring systems and health clearance procedures are in place and that all students gain clearance as part of the course admissions procedures. Students must have an Occupational Health Clearance and evidence of relevant up to date vaccinations before embarking on placement. All applicants who meet the educational admission criteria are invited to participate in a values-based selection process via Interview. A successful interview is required for a place to be offered to applicants. All applicants are strongly recommended to engage in some volunteering/ specific experience relevant to the nature of the profession/ course of study to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the professional role, as part of their preparation the interview.

English language requirements

For more information on the IELTS (International English language Testing System) requirements for this course, please visit our dedicated IELTS web page.

English language requirements

https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/international/english-language-requirements

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

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Speech and Language Therapy at Canterbury Christ Church University - UCAS