MSc Advanced Practice Speech Language Therapy

MSc Advanced Practice (Speech and Language Therapy) is a specialist route within the MSc Advanced Practice in Healthcare programme, usually completed on a part-time basis over a period of three years. The overall objective is to produce independent, reflective practitioners in advanced clinical practice by focusing on innovation and best practice in the profession.

The modules which students concentrate on are in line with the four pillars of advanced practice: Clinical Practice, Research and Audit, Leadership and Management, and Education. New specialist modules have been developed, such as Cleft Palate Speech and Multilingualism in Practice, which give students the opportunity to choose 60 credits of optional modules, depending on their specific professional needs.

The Cardiff Metropolitan University is a reputable university with a high quality of teaching and graduate employability in a variety of professional careers. The university facilitates an excellent learning process so that the graduates are prepared to face the market with proper, global, digital, and entrepreneurial skills.

The institution provides a broad selection of both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across its academic schools. This ensures the university offers many degrees in fields such as Art & Design, Education, Management, Sport & Health Sciences, and Technologies, alongside this specialist Master's programme in healthcare.

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 must normally hold a relevant first degree and be registered Speech and Language Therapists with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Additionally, applicants must be able to demonstrate a minimum of two years of recent and relevant professional experience in an appropriate setting.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score 7.0 overall in IELTS Academic, with a minimum of 6.5 in each section (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).
• Equivalent qualifications, such as TOEFL and PTE, will also be considered for admission.

Tuition fee for the MSc Advanced Practice (Speech and Language Therapy) at Cardiff Metropolitan University is £17,600 for international students.

Cardiff Metropolitan University offers a selection of scholarships and financial awards to support both UK and international postgraduate students throughout their period of study. These opportunities recognise academic excellence or assist students with the costs of living and tuition.

Graduates of this programme work as:

• Clinical Lead in Speech Pathology
• Therapy Service Manager
• Advanced Clinical Educator
• Cleft Palate Specialist Therapist
• Clinical Research Coordinator

Applicants can apply directly to the university for this course. Our trained advisors are available to help you.