Speech and Language Therapy, BSc Hons

Program Overview

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Speech and Language Therapy, BSc Hons

Speech and language therapy provides vital support and treatment for people who have difficulties with communication.

As a qualified SLT you may be involved with the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of speech, language, and communication disorders across the lifespan and/or eating and drinking difficulties. You will work with paediatric and adult clients, parents, carers, professionals, and support workers in a range of different environments.

On the course, you will explore areas including psychology, linguistics and phonetics, anatomy, physiology and speech and language therapy practice frameworks. You will also consider the biopsychosocial and cultural needs of the client.

Our SLT degree will prepare you to meet the academic and clinical standards required for registration as a speech and language therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and for membership, as a newly qualified practitioner (NQP) with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.

UCAS points

112 (view full requirements)

Course/institution codes

B620 A G70

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School

Health Sciences

Location

Avery Hill Campus

Duration

3 years full-time

Start month

September

Home* fees 2025/26

£9,535

What you should know about this course

• Use of state-of-the-art simulation facilities will be incorporated into teaching and learning to offer an inclusive curriculum so you can develop into a confident practitioner
• Research skills are integrated to build your research confidence and capacity, and to encourage you not just as consumers of research, but as producers of knowledge
• During your final year of study you will benefit from the Emergent Practitioner Skills module with creative assessments involving the development of e-portfolios & mock interviews
• Number 2 in London for Speech and Language Therapy (Complete University Guide 2025).
• There will be three clinical placements across the three years, enabling you to gain practice-based skills alongside experienced speech and language therapists.

What you will study

This course has been accredited by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC).

Full time

• Year 1:
  • Professional Knowledge and Skills 1 (15 credits)
  • Professional Knowledge & Skills 2 (15 credits)
  • Professional Practice 1 (15 credits)
  • Applied Anatomy & Physiology for SLT (30 credits)
  • Foundations of Academic Skills & Practice (15 credits)
  • Foundations of Linguistics (30 credits)
• Year 2:
  • Clinical Process 1: Paediatric Conditions (30 credits)
  • Clinical Process 2: Adult Conditions (30 credits)
  • Professional Practice 2 (15 credits)
  • Clinical Linguistics (15 credits)
  • Understanding Research in Evidence Based Practice for AHPs (30 credits)
• Year 3:
  • Professional Practice 3 (30 credits)
  • Emergent Practitioner Skills (30 credits)
  • Integrated Clinical Reasoning (30 credits)
  • Exploring Evidence for Professional Practice for SLTs (30 credits)

Entry requirements

UK citizens and permanent residents

• 112 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.
• In addition, you will need: GCSE Mathematics, GCSE English Language and GCSE Science all at grade 4/C. Equivalent qualifications may be considered.

We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met. For further information, please see our Contextual Admissions policy.

Application and selection

• Suitable applicants will be required to attend an interview.
• Applicants will also be required to:
  • Provide an academic or professional reference.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to helping children and adults who have difficulties with communication or with eating, drinking and swallowing within the personal statement.
  • Complete a Suitability Declaration.
  • Pass an Occupational Health check.
  • Pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Applicants are encouraged to obtain appropriate healthcare experience through work shadowing or observation either voluntary or paid.

How you will learn

Teaching

Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.

You can view more information about how each module is taught within our 'What you will study' section.

Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your personal tutor. Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials.

Class sizes

Class sizes vary by module. Lectures are normally attended by larger groups, and seminars/tutorials by smaller groups. This can vary more widely for modules that are shared between degrees. All students will have opportunities for 1-to-1 time with their tutors.

Independent learning

The BSc (Hons) SLT adopts an incremental and cumulative approach to teaching and learning. Throughout the three years of study, the programme fosters the development of the student from dependent to independent learner.

Outside of timetabled sessions, you are also expected to dedicate around 30 hours a week to self-study. This may involve further reading and research, preparing coursework and presentations, and preparing for tests and exams. Our facilities are designed to support you in these activities.

We encourage you to join societies and participate in sporting and other activities to engage in the wider life of the university community.

Overall workload

Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, workshops), independent learning, placements and assessments. As this is a full time programme, the workload should be roughly equivalent to a full-time job.

Assessment

You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section.

Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.

Feedback summary

We aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days.

Dates and timetables

The academic year runs from September to June.

Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please use our contact form.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning
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Home* | £9,535 | N/A | N/A

University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.

(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).

Other costs

Further costs may include (but are not limited to):

• Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies, as well as specific computer software (estimate, £150 per year)
• Memberships: applying for student membership of a Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists may incur further costs
• Placement travel: if you are receive tuition fee and maintenance support from the Student Loans Company, you are entitled to claim travel and accommodation expenses that exceed your daily travel cost to university. For more details, see the NHS Business Authority.

Scholarships and bursaries

We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.

The Greenwich Bursary

This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

The opportunities for the development of soft skills, competencies and graduate attributes valuable for enhancing employability, will occur throughout the programme. During the final year of study the students will benefit from the Emergent Practitioner Skills module complete with creative assessments involving the development of e-portfolios and mock interviews.

How long is my placement?

You will work through the modules in years one and two and applying these in a practice setting under the supervision of your SLT clinical educators. This clinical placement can take place in either a paediatric placement or an adult placement.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

The BSc SLT programme will prepare you to meet the academic, practice and professional requirements that will enable you to become eligible to apply for registration as a speech and language therapist with the HCPC and for membership, as a newly qualified practitioner (NQP), with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT). The programme also aims to enable you to become a safe, effective, confident speech and language therapist. It prepares you to work alone or as part of a team, apply professional judgement and be accountable for decisions made within a changeable and challenging working environment. It develops your criticality and facilitates the development of skills to enable engagement in research.

We expect graduates would be able to pursue careers as speech and language therapists. Careers in the NHS, in education, and in social care settings, such as learning disabilities services are expected. There are a small number of jobs in justice settings.

Support and advice

Academic skills and study support

We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.

Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.

Support from the department

During your training with us, our expert lecturers will guide you to be an autonomous and accountable practitioner. You will develop competence and confidence while contributing evidence-based knowledge and profession-specific skills.

Do you provide employability services?

Our Employability & Careers Service (ECS) is committed to supporting our students and recent graduates in their transition towards a rewarding graduate destination. We aim to empower our students to achieve their potential, with support including:

• CV and cover letter checks
• Application support
• One-to-one careers advice
• Interview tips and support
• Careers fairs
• Internships
• Graduate jobs.

Accommodation

Avery Hill

Our Avery Hill halls of residence are a home away from home to over 1,200 students. For those studying in Greenwich, our free shuttle bus service takes you to Greenwich campus in only 25 minutes. Excellent transport links also mean you can be in central London in under 30 minutes, and you're a short walk away from the historic Eltham Palace.

The Avery Hill student village has many useful facilities including a convenience store, launderette and two cafes. The halls are an ideal option for those wanting access to the hustle and bustle of London while living in a safe and relaxing parkland environment.

With our seven different halls, you have a variety of options depending on your preferences and budget. Rooms start at £133.98/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills, access to our on-site gym, 24/7 security and 24-hour residential support.

Program Outline

• Objectives: The program aims to prepare students to meet the academic and clinical standards required for registration as a speech and language therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and for membership as a newly qualified practitioner (NQP) with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Description: The program covers a wide range of topics, including psychology, linguistics and phonetics, anatomy, physiology, and speech and language therapy practice frameworks.
It also emphasizes the biopsychosocial and cultural needs of clients. Students will gain practical experience through clinical placements, develop research skills, and benefit from state-of-the-art simulation facilities.

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Outline:

• Structure: The program is a 3-year full-time course.
• Course Schedule:
• Year 1:
• Foundations of Academic Skills and Practice for AHPs (30 credits)
• Professional Knowledge and Skills 1 (15 credits)
• Professional Knowledge & Skills 2 (15 credits)
• Anatomy & Physiology for SLT (15 credits)
• Professional Practice 1 (15 credits)
• Foundations of Linguistics (30 credits)
• Year 2:
• Clinical Process 1: Paediatric Conditions (30 credits)
• Clinical Process 2: Adult Conditions (30 credits)
• Professional Practice 2 (15 credits)
• Clinical Linguistics (15 credits)
• Understanding Research in Evidence Based Practice for AHPs (30 credits)
• Year 3:
• Professional Practice 3 (30 credits)
• Emergent Practitioner Skills (30 credits)
• Integrated Clinical Reasoning (30 credits)
• Exploring Evidence for Professional Practice for SLTs (30 credits)

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Assessment:

• Methods: The program utilizes a combination of assessment methods, including:
• Formal assessments:
These count towards the final grade.
• Practice assignments: These help students monitor progress but do not contribute to the final grade.

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Teaching:

• Methods: The program employs a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures:
These provide a foundational understanding of key concepts.
• Seminars and workshops: These facilitate discussion and deeper exploration of topics covered in lectures.
• Independent study: Students are expected to dedicate significant time to self-study, including reading, research, and preparing assignments.
• Clinical placements: These provide hands-on experience under the supervision of experienced speech and language therapists.
• Faculty: The program is led by an experienced, diverse, and passionate team of academics and clinical academics with substantial practice and industry experience.
• Unique Approaches:
• State-of-the-art simulation facilities:
These are incorporated into teaching and learning to offer an inclusive curriculum and help students develop into confident practitioners.
• Research skills integration: Students are encouraged to not only consume research but also produce knowledge.
• Emergent Practitioner Skills module: This module in the final year includes creative assessments involving e-portfolios and mock interviews.
• Real-world student engagement: The program incorporates real-life examples and scenario-based learning sessions in collaboration with clinicians and employers to encourage active learning.

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Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates are prepared to pursue careers as speech and language therapists in various settings, including:
• NHS:
National Health Service
• Education:
Schools and other educational institutions
• Social care:
Learning disabilities services
• Justice settings:
A smaller number of opportunities exist in this area.
• Opportunities: The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become safe, effective, and confident speech and language therapists.
• Outcomes: Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC and membership with the RCSLT.

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Other:

• Guaranteed Support: All speech and language therapy students on courses from September 2020 will benefit from guaranteed, additional support of at least £5,000 a year, which they will not need to pay back.
• Accreditation: The course has been accredited by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC).
• Location: The program is based at the Avery Hill Campus.

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• Home fees 2024/25: £9,250