| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
| 2025-10-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The PhD/MPhil in Speech & Language Therapy program at the University of Strathclyde is a research-driven program designed for individuals with backgrounds in Speech & Language Therapy, Applied Linguistics, or Public Health/Health Policy. The program covers communication disorders with a particular focus on the theoretical underpinnings and the development of research skills, and is supported by labs and research groups within a multidisciplinary center for Communication Disorders.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The PhD, MPhil in Speech & Language Therapy program at the University of Strathclyde is a research-focused program designed for students with a background in Speech & Language Therapy (SLT) or related fields. The program offers three main pathways:
- PhD/MPhil in Speech and Language Therapy: This pathway is designed for students with an SLT background who want to study aspects of communication disorders.
- PhD/MPhil in Applied Linguistics: This pathway is for students without an SLT qualification who plan to research communication disorders or other aspects of communication in healthy populations.
- PhD/MPhil in Public Health and Health Policy: This pathway is for students with medical backgrounds who are interested in completing a degree in an area related to communication disorders. These students are typically co-supervised by staff in the public health, digital health, or health statistics research groups. The program aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills to conduct research in the field of communication disorders. Students will develop a deep understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of communication disorders, as well as the ability to design, conduct, and analyze research studies.
Teaching:
The program includes a research development program that provides students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their research. The program covers:
- Knowledge and intellectual abilities to conduct research
- Personal qualities to succeed in research and chosen career
- Standards, requirements, and conduct of a professional researcher in their discipline
- Working with others and communicating the impact of research to a wide range of audiences
Other:
The program is housed within the Strathclyde Centre for Doctoral Training (SCDT) in Communication Disorders, a multidisciplinary center that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of people with communication problems. The supervisory pool spans all four University faculties, providing students with access to a wide range of expertise and resources, including labs for speech & movement analyses, signal processing, systems for eye tracking, or EEG. The program also offers a one-year MRes in Speech and Language Sciences, which allows students to develop strong research skills by completing a piece of extended, independent research dissertation in a topic related to speech and language sciences.
|Fees | Cost| | ----------- | ----------- | |Scotland| £4,786| |England, Wales & Northern Ireland| £4,786| |International| £18,050|
Overview:
- Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
- Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
- Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
- Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
- Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)
Student Life:
- Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
- 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
- Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
- Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
- Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
- Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
- Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
- Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
- Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center with a range of medical services
- Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
- Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation
Entry Requirements:
You require to have a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in speech and language pathology or a related subject.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
For postgraduate studies, we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent (no individual test score below 5.5, the test must be taken within two years of the programme start date)
