University of Strathclyde

BSc Speech Language Pathology

University of Strathclyde

Course overview

The BSc Hons Speech & Language Pathology from the University of Strathclyde will teach students how to assess and treat a wide variety of speech, language and communication problems. The four-year Honours degree programme covers four key subject areas: speech and language pathology, linguistics and phonetics, psychology and medical sciences.

Students will undertake work placements throughout the four years, allowing them to develop skills working with people with eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties. The course will give students a more detailed understanding of the anatomical structures of the body that relate to the production of speech. They will study the head, neck, and chest along with related disorders, as well as the anatomy of the central nervous system and its related conditions.

Entry requirements

Interested candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants are expected to have qualifications equivalent to A-level at AAB-ABB.
  • Other qualifications include International Baccalaureate, GCSE and HND.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds usually need an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components.
  • Alternatively, equivalent qualifications like PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Asylum Seeker Scholarship

    Value: Cost of tuition fees and essential study costs.

  • BBA International Scholarship

    25% fee reduction per year (three years in total).

  • Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Undergraduate Study

    Value: 15% of tuition fees for each year of study - typically £4,650 for first year.

  • Faculty of Science Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students

    Scholarships of between £6,000 - £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students joining an eligible undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Science in the 2026/27 academic year.

    Up to £6,000

  • Humanities & Social Sciences: Undergraduate International Dean's Excellence Scholarship

    Value: £5,000 per year of academic study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Awards (Undergraduate)

    Value: 25% fee reduction per year.

  • Undergraduate Scholarships for Physics International Students

    Scholarships of £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students.

    Up to £7,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Hons Speech & Language Pathology can pursue various career roles, including:

  • Speech Therapist
  • Community Health Therapist
  • Clinical Specialist
  • Educational Language Therapist
  • Early Intervention Specialist

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee for international students on the BSc Hons Speech & Language Pathology at the University of Strathclyde is £24,650.

Admission

Prospective students can submit their applications for this course through the university's portal. If you require support during the application process, feel free to reach out to one of our trained counsellors for assistance.

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