BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

A four-year BSc (Hons) that meets Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists standards and is accredited by the HCPC, with placements each year and practical experience in on-campus clinical facilities. Students learn to assess and treat communication and swallowing difficulties across the lifespan. Completion allows application for HCPC registration as a speech and language therapist. The course is marked subject to validation.

What you will study

Year One covers Foundations of Linguistics, Biological and Medical Sciences, Development across the Lifespan and Clinical and Professional Capabilities. Later years include Advanced Phonetic Analysis, Developmental and Acquired Dysphagia, Organic Speech Impairments and Voice Disorders, Cognitive Sciences and Research Methods, Paediatric Neurodevelopmental Practice, Specific Speech Disorders, Training and Leadership, Delivering Services to Reflect Diversity and Advanced Clinical Decision Making, with clinical placements throughout.

Career pathways

Graduates mainly work in the NHS in community clinics, hospitals and schools across the UK; some work abroad, study further or take research posts.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Scottish Highers: standard BBBBB, minimum BBBBC. A-level: BBB. Irish Leaving Certificate: H1 H2 H2 H2 H3. International Baccalaureate: 32 points. National 5/GCSE English at grade B/6 or above and Maths at C/4 or above; National 5/GCSE science preferred. Preferred Higher/A-level subjects: English, Languages, Psychology and Sciences; analytical subjects (such as Modern Studies, RMPS, History, Geography, Classics, Music) may be accepted as an alternative to science where a good level of science is shown at National 5/GCSE. Minimum criteria apply to applicants with a contextual widening-access factor. Mature applicants (including Access to Health Care) must show a strong academic profile and recent study. Direct entry not available; relevant HN qualifications may be considered for Year One. Experience of interacting with people with communication difficulties is encouraged. PVG check, occupational health check, health clearance and personal indemnity insurance required. English language (international): IELTS 8.0 with no element below 7.5, as specified by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2027/28). Scottish-domiciled students (tuition fee normally paid by SAAS). Full-time tuition per year Source

International applicants: GBP 17,325 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full time

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