Embark on a dynamic and rewarding vocational career, transforming the lives of individuals, groups and communities who experience challenges with their communication, eating, drinking or swallowing. Informed by the latest research and taught by practitioners and expert staff, our four-year integrated master's combines the academic and enhanced clinical learning required to pursue a professional occupation as a qualified speech and language therapist.
Why study this course at Keele?
- This programme is accredited by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. Approval for this programme is currently being sought from the Health and Care Professions Council.
- It is proposed you will complete over 563 practice hours, exceeding the minimum required by the Royal College of Speech Language Therapists (RCLST) and meeting Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) standards
- Innovative teaching facilities include a new, state-of-the-art simulation centre, housing ward areas and individual consultation rooms
- Eligible students can apply for the non repayable £5,000 NHS grant
- Collaborate with Keele students from courses such as psychology, physiotherapy and paramedicine to stimulate critical thinking and gain multiple perspectives on topics
Designed to reflect local and national workforce demands, our person-centered curriculum is underpinned by evidence and is reflective of contemporary speech and language therapy practice, both nationally and internationally. In an environment of reflection and research awareness, the MSci programme will enable you to develop into an autonomous professional who is able to initiate and respond to change in a wide variety of settings.
From year one and throughout the programme, you will combine the study of theoretical knowledge with clinical practice to help you link the different domains of knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to specific clinical contexts.
Please see the course page on the Keele website for full details.
