Childhood Speech, Language, and Communication Needs

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 7.38 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 14.5 k / Year(s) Deadline: Jun 1, 2025
StudyQA ranking:3793 Duration:1 year

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The aim of this MSc in Childhood Speech, Language, and Communication Needs is to provide a critical and conceptually sophisticated understanding of children with SLCN and the contexts of their lives.

This programme has been designed to meet the needs of busy practitioners who need to keep up to date with the emerging evidence base when working with children with SLCN in the clinic, classroom, and community.

Our flexible blended learning approach, combines face-to-face workshops (e.g., two days per module) and on-line learning to support you as a busy practitioner with many competing demands on your time.

Course activities and skills training enable you to apply knew knowledge and skills directly in the clinic, classroom, and community.

The programme is comprised of 5 core modules (compulsory) plus a minor dissertation. The core modules are:

  • Advanced Research Methods
  • Narratives in Childhood
  • Using Evidence in Practice
  • Cultural, Linguistic, & Social Diversity in Health & Education
  • Supporting children with SLCN
  • Dissertation (thesis) (year long)

Requirements

  • Primary degree with at least second class honours OR an equivalent qualification.
  • Applicants must be eligible to register with their appropriate professional or regulatory body.
  • Minimum Grade Required: 3.8 CGPA
  • All applicants, whose first language is not English, must present one of the following qualifications in the English language. IELTS 6.5. TOEFL 92
  • Statement of intent
  • Transcripts
  • CV
  • Academic letters of recommendation

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

  • ✔️ Flexible study schedule
  • ✔️ Experienced teachers
  • ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Scholarships

  • Postgraduate Merit Scholarships
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