MMedSci Speech and Language Therapy at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

An accredited, campus-based masters that qualifies graduates to practise as speech and language therapists, with clinical placements in the University's in-house clinic and externally.

Faculty: Faculty of Health | Department: School of Allied Health Professions, Pharmacy, Nursing and Midwifery | Duration: 2 years full-time; 3 years part-time (part-time route under review for 2027 entry) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Biomedical Science, Speech, language, communication and literacy development in children, and Speech and Hearing Science, alongside assessment and intervention for communication and eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties and clinical placements.

Career pathways

Graduates can register with the Health and Care Professions Council and practise as speech and language therapists in NHS trusts, schools, charities, private practice or the justice system.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in any subject. Part-time study is only available to applicants who do not require a UK study visa. International applicants: IELTS 8.0 overall with 7.5 in each component, or University equivalent. Applicants must disclose relevant health conditions and complete an Occupational Health check. Applications for 2027 entry close in early December 2026.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Two years full-time; fee shown is for each year of study Source

International applicants: GBP 34,550 a year (2027/28). Two years full-time; fee shown is for each year of study Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time; 3 years part-time (part-time route under review for 2027 entry)

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