BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy (Integrated Degree Apprenticeship) at Health Sciences University

Programme overview

This apprenticeship is a pre-registration route to HCPC registration as a speech and language therapist, studied part-time over three years while employed. Delivery is blended with about two days of off-the-job learning per week, campus attendance in Bournemouth and mandatory practice-based learning in on-site clinics, NHS services and schools. The course aligns with the Skills England apprenticeship standard, HCPC proficiency standards and RCSLT curriculum guidance (RCSLT approval in progress).

Department: Speech and Language Therapy | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: part-time | Location: Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Academic study, practice-based learning and mentorship in assessing, diagnosing and treating speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties across the lifespan; tripartite reviews are held four times a year.

Career pathways

Successful completion leads to eligibility to join the HCPC register as a speech and language therapist.

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Entry requirements

GCSE English and Maths (A-C/4-9) or Level 2 functional skills, plus one of: Level 5 qualification (e.g. FdSc Assistant Practitioner), A levels BBC, BTEC DMM, Access to HE 112-120 UCAS points, IB 30-32 points or T Level Merit. English equivalent to IELTS 8.0 with no element below 7.5 (HCPC standard). Employment of at least 30 hours per week in a linked role, 3 years' UK residency and apprenticeship funding eligibility through the employer.

Duration: 3 years

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