Program Overview

PhD Speech and Language Therapy

The University of Essex offers a PhD in Speech and Language Therapy, a research-based degree that provides students with the opportunity to investigate a topic in depth and contribute to the field's body of knowledge.

Overview

The PhD in Speech and Language Therapy is a full-time program that can be completed in 4-5 years. It is based in the School of Health and Social Care at the University of Essex's Colchester Campus. The program is designed to support international students, as well as UK students who do not have English as their first language. Students will have access to the University's Proficio research training scheme, which allows them to choose training programs that meet the requirements of their research topics and methodologies.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the PhD in Speech and Language Therapy, applicants must have a Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, such as a health science or social science. Alternatively, they may have advanced research skills developed through an alternative route. A well-developed research proposal is also essential. Applicants will normally be required to attend an interview or Skype interview for acceptance, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department.

UK Entry Requirements

• A Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• Advanced research skills developed through an alternative route
• A well-developed research proposal
• Interview or Skype interview for acceptance

International & EU Entry Requirements

The University of Essex accepts a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Applicants should contact the University to discuss their qualifications and determine the entry requirements for their country.

Structure

The PhD in Speech and Language Therapy is a research-based degree that does not have a taught structure. This allows students to investigate their chosen topic in real depth and reach a profound understanding. The program consists of several components, including:

Components

• Core: Students must take the set module for this component and must pass.
• Core with Options: Students can choose which module to study from the available options for this component but must pass.
• Compulsory: Students must take the set module for this component.
• Compulsory with Options: Students can choose which module to study from the available options for this component.
• Optional: Students can choose which module to study from the available options for this component.

Modules

The program includes several modules, such as:

• Health and Social Care - Research
• English Language and Communication Skills for Postgraduate Studies
• Academic Skills for Postgraduate Research
• Theory and Method in Health Research
• Research Proposal

Fees and Funding

The fees for the PhD in Speech and Language Therapy are:

• Home/UK fee: Ł5,238 per year
• International fee: Ł20,625 per year There may be scholarships, bursaries, or discounts available to help with the cost of the program.

What's Next

After completing the PhD in Speech and Language Therapy, graduates can pursue careers in clinical and management positions in Trusts, hospitals, and care organizations, as well as in local and county councils.

Related Courses

The University of Essex also offers related courses, such as:

• MPhil Speech and Language Therapy
• PhD Speech and Language Therapy (part-time)