PhD Communication Disorders at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Tackle real-world challenges in communication disorders and support people to connect and thrive. Conduct research into the nature, diagnosis and management of communication disorders within a multidisciplinary environment working in developmental language disorders, social communication and pragmatics intervention. Join research groups within the Manchester Centre for Audiology and Deafness and units specialising in developmental language impairment, auditory health and rehabilitation, and neurogenic communication disorders.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: 3-4 years PhD, 1-2 years MPhil | Study mode: full-time (in person or distance learning) / part-time (in person or distance learning) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our PhD/MPhil Communication Disorders programme enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Communication Disorders. Communication disorders researchis based in the world leading Division of Psychology, Communication and Human Neuroscience providing an exciting and rewarding experience.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require applicants to hold, or be about to obtain, an Upper Second class Honours degree, or the equivalent qualification gained outside the UK, in a related subject area for entry to a PhD programme. A Lower Second class Honours degree may be considered if applicants also hold a Master's degree with a Merit classification. English language: IELTS or TOEFL tests. Please note IELTS and TOEFL are only valid for two years.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Low fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 27,000 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Standard fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3-4 years PhD, 1-2 years MPhil

Apply through the official page: https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/study/research/projects-programmes-degrees/projects/?&keyword=communication

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