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Acquired Communication Disorders MSc/PG Certificate/ PG Diploma

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Sheffield

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    30-SEP-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

This MSc develops your knowledge of the most up-to-date approaches and theoretical and clinical issues in the field of acquired communication disorders.

Course description

This course is for speech and language therapists/pathologists, linguists, psychologists or others with a relevant background who have an interest in acquired communication disorders such as aphasia, dysarthria and the communication difficulties secondary to dementia or traumatic brain injury.

You'll develop your knowledge and skills of evidence-based practice so that you can effectively support people with acquired speech, language and communication difficulties.

The MSc will provide you with an up-to-date understanding of the main theoretical and clinical issues and approaches in this field and the implications of these findings for clinical intervention.

Students will also gain PGCert and PGDip awards in this course.

Your career

Graduates continue to develop their career both within the NHS and the private sector, as well as going on to specialise as speech and language therapists. Some graduates have alternatively gone onto further PhD training in clinical research.

Application deadline

06 September 2023

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 29,700per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN, England

Pathway programmes are available to help students with English as a second language and different educational backgrounds prepare for their academic career.
With nearly 11,000 international students, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety and strong sense of community and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for high-achieving international students who demonstrate excellent academic potential.

Subject rankings

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    17th out of 31 13

  • Entry standards

    / Max 192
    154 81%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    13th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.63 73%

    14th

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    / Max 209
    149 73%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    22nd

    20
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.90 78%

    17th

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