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BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy
Introduction
This degree combines academic study with clinical practice and leads to a professional qualification. There are 2.5 million people in the UK who have a communication disorder of some kind, of which 800,000 have a difficulty so severe, that they are not able to communicate with people outside of their immediate family. Speech and language therapists aim to maximise the communication potential of the people with whom they work.
This programme is the only professionally accredited training course for Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs) within the South West region. The curriculum is contemporary and prepares students with the skills and knowledge required by therapists working within modern healthcare and educational environments. Students will work with individuals with communication or swallowing disabilities from the beginning of the programme, and will gain work experience in schools, hospitals, clinics and special care settings for both children and adults. The course includes specialist training and supervision in feeding and swallowing disorders.
Course Code / Duration
UCAS Code
Single Honours: B620
Duration
3.5 Years full time.
Entry Requirements
A range of GCSEs at grade C or above including English, maths, and science and at least three A levels totalling 300 points (BBB) or above. Priority will be given to students who have studied the following subjects; psychology, sociology, human biology , English language or a modern language. General studies is not included in the points total.
Applications from non standard applicants are welcomed and will be considered individually.
Special entry requirements:
Applicants will undergo selection via questionnaire and interview. All short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview/ review day, when they will be able to take part in short learning episodes that demonstrate the learning and teaching approaches used on the programme. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a good understanding of the professional role and an awareness of the time commitments involved in programme participation.
Applicants who do not have English as their first language and/or have not received their education through the medium of English, must achieve an IELTS score of 7.5 and no element below 7.0 at the start of the programme. A good standard of spoken English and good inter personal skills are a pre-requisite for all candidates.
Students will be working with vulnerable groups, therefore, applicants will be obliged to supply evidence of a successful enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check. All offers and registrations will be subject to satisfactory checks. There will be ongoing monitoring of status throughout the course.
Upon acceptance of an offer students will be required to take part in an occupational health screening procedure to ensure that they are fit to practice in a healthcare setting. Students are asked to provide evidence of immunity against: Hepatitis B; Measles; Chicken pox; Rubella and Tuberculosis. A basic audiometric screen is offered following registration.
Module Information
Year 1 overview
The first year of the programme provides a fascinating balance of on-campus study and practical work experience. Modules provide an introduction to foundation subjects including: phonetics; linguistics; biosciences; psychology; sociology and professional knowledge and skills. Students are partnered with an individual presenting with aphasia following a stroke, and will learn to converse with them through a series of conversation visits.
Year 2 overview
The second year of the programme introduces students to assessment and therapeutic intervention. This includes children developing speech and language more slowly, and adults with motor speech and swallowing difficulties, perhaps related to long term conditions such as Parkinson's Disease. Underpinning theoretical knowledge is developed through the study of clinical linguistics and phonetics, neurology and cognitive psychology. Each student will take part in two very different palcements for 1 day a week each during Semester B.
Year 3 overview
During the third year of the programme students are introduced to more complex communication disorders in both children and adults. Student studies include aphasiology, audiology, fluency and voice disorders, cognitive disorders, learning disabilities and mental health.
Year 4 overview (half year)
The final semester of the programme provides an opportunity for students to work clinically with a client group of their choice. Students are based with a speech and language therapy team for 3 days a week for 12 weeks and will experience working life as a therapist within that setting. Students will be expected to complete a clinically rlelvant project and present at a student conference on completion of the placement. Leadership and management skills are developed futher during this semester.
Fees and Funding
NHS Funding and bursaries
The Strategic Health Authority covers the full cost of tuition fees for this programme. A means-tested bursary is also available for students based in the UK. More details are available from: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/Students.aspx
Also see Undergraduate Funding
Course Tutors
Admissions Tutor: Hazel Bending
Head of Subject: Maggie Cooper
Emily Burtenshaw, Esther Pettit, Sally Bates, Marianne Bos-Clark, Flora Hall,
Lynsey Parrott, Alex Mallinson, Julia Stewart, Gillie Stoneham, Sarah Griffiths.
Career Opportunities
Graduates who successfully complete the academic and clinical aspects of the programme will be eligible to apply to the Health Professions Council to register to work as speech and language therapist in the UK. Most SLTs work for the NHS but many also work in education, private practice and other settings. Career progression can include working in areas of clinical specialism, research as well as management opportunities.
Additional Information
Some of the taught modules in the SLT programme are also available as options on the English Language and Linguistics degree.
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