UCAS code

  • B620

Duration of study

  • 4 years

Speech and Language Therapy with Integrated Master's (pre-registration) - MSci

Course summary

Embark on a dynamic and rewarding vocational career, transforming the lives of individuals, groups and communities who experience challenges with their communication, eating, drinking or swallowing. Informed by the latest research and taught by practitioners and expert staff, our four-year Speech and Language Therapy with Integrated Master's (pre-registration) MSci combines the academic and enhanced clinical learning required to pursue a professional occupation as a qualified speech and language therapist.

Why study Speech and Language Therapy with Integrated Master's (pre-registration) at Keele University?

This programme is accredited by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council.
It is proposed you will complete over 563 practice hours, exceeding the minimum required by the Royal College of Speech Language Therapists (RCLST) and meeting Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) standards
Innovative teaching facilities include a new, state-of-the-art simulation centre, housing ward areas and individual consultation rooms
Eligible students can apply for the non repayable £5,000 NHS grant
Collaborate with Keele students from courses such as psychology, physiotherapy and paramedicine to stimulate critical thinking and gain multiple perspectives on topics
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Accreditation and professional recognition

The MSci Speech and Language Therapy degree is monitored and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).

Successful completion of this degree provides eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a speech and language therapist and to apply for membership of the RCSLT.

 

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Specialist facilities

Our suite of specialist speech and language facilities include a state-of-the-art simulation centre, offering shared simulation spaces such as ward areas and individual consultation rooms, a wide variety of anatomical models, the most commonly used clinical assessment and intervention materials in the field and access to our anatomy suite whilst studying your initial module. 

Double Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework

Keele is one of only 15 broad-based universities in England - out of over 100 - to have been awarded Gold in both the 2017 and 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) exercises, demonstrating our consistent teaching excellence.

Keele TEF Gold 2023
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Additional opportunities

There are a range of additional opportunities for this course.
Please note that undertaking one may impact the availability of another.

Entry requirements

These are the typical entry requirements for this course for a range of UK and international qualifications. If your qualifications aren't listed, please contact us to check if we can accept them. If you don't think you'll meet the stated requirements, you may be able to access this course via a Foundation Year.

Typical offer

Please ensure you read the full entry requirements by selecting your qualifications from the menu below. This will include any subject specific, GCSE/Level 2 Maths, and/or English language requirements.

A Level: ABB
BTEC: DDM
T Level: Distinction

Please select your qualification from the drop-down list below for the full entry requirement information

A Level

ABB in three A Levels.

Contextual offer: BBC.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma

DDM in any BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma.

Contextual Offer: DMM in any BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

BTEC National Diploma / Diploma

Distinction and Distinction in any BTEC National Diploma / Diploma and C in one A Level, or Distinction and Merit in BTEC Diploma and A in one A Level.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma

Distinction in any BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and BB in two A Levels, or Merit in any BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and AA in two A Levels.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

T Level

Distinction in any T Level.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

International Baccalaureate Diploma

655 in three Higher Levels or 32 points.

Contextual Offer: 554 in three Higher Levels or 29 points.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme

We encourage applications with the IBCP but recognise that your combination of qualifications may differ depending on where you are studying.

If you are taking a BTEC National Diploma / Diploma with one or more Higher Levels, your offer will be similar to our BTEC + A Level offer (see 'BTEC National Diploma / Diploma') but with an HL requirement of 6 for A, 5 for B, or 4 for C.

For any other combination, please contact the University Admissions Team for advice.

Access to HE Diploma

128 UCAS points in any Access to HE Diploma including Distinction in at least 30 Level 3 credits and Merit in at least 15 Level 3 credits.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Welsh Baccalaureate / Bagloriaeth Cymru

The Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate is equivalent to one full A Level at the same grade and can be included alongside 2 other A Levels in a standard A Level offer for this course (see A Level). All subject specific requirements will still need to be met.

Scotland - Highers and Advanced Highers

BBBBC in five Highers, or BC in two Advanced Highers and CC in two Highers, or BCC in three Advanced Highers.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

If you have B or higher in the EPQ and are studying A Levels, BTEC, the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or an Access to HE Diploma, you will typically receive an alternative offer which will be lower than the standard offer. Please see 'Alternative and contextual offers' below.

Core Maths

If you have B or higher in Core Maths and are studying A Levels, BTEC, the International Baccalaureate, or an Access to HE Diploma, you will typically receive an alternative offer which will be lower than the standard offer. Please see 'Alternative and contextual offers' below.

Ireland - Leaving Certificate

H3, H3, H3, H4, H4, H4 in the Irish Leaving Certificate.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

China - Gaokao

75% in the Gaokao.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

India - Standard XII

Average of 75% from four subjects in the ICSE, CBSE or Western Bengal Standard XII, or average of 80% from four subjects in any other Standard XII.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Germany - Abitur

2.0 overall average in the Abitur.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

France - Baccalaureate

14 in the French Baccalaureate/International Option Baccalaureate or 13 in the Baccalauréat Français International.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Hong Kong - Diploma

544 from two electives and one core subject in the HKDSE.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Spain - Bachillerato

Overall average of 7.8 in the Título de Bachillerato.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Italy - Diploma di Esame di Stato

85% in the Esame di Stato.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Cyprus - Apolytirion

18.5 / 88% in the Apolytirion.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Portugal

Overall average of 16 in a Secondary Certificate.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Canada - Diploma

70% / BBBBC in five courses in the Grade 12 Diploma.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Kenya - KCSE / Diploma

We do not accept the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.

We may accept a two year Diploma. Please contact the University Admissions Team for advice.

Nigeria - Senior School Certificate / OND

We do not accept the Senior School Certificate (WAEC or NECO) for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.

We may accept an Ordinary National Diploma with GPA of 2.5 or a Merit / Lower Credit. Please contact the University Admissions Team for advice.

USA - Advanced Placement

544 from three Advanced Placement subjects.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Ghana

We do not accept the West African Senior School Certificate Examination for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.

Sri Lanka - Advanced Level

ABB in three Advanced Levels.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Malaysia - STPM

ABB in three Principal Level subjects in the STPM.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Pakistan - Secondary School Certificate

We do not accept the Secondary School Certificate for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.

Singapore - A Levels (H2)

ABB in three H2 Levels.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

European Baccalaureate

75% overall.

You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

NCUK

Pass NCUK Foundation Year with ABB and grade B in EAP English Language module.

Uganda - Advanced Certificate of Education

ABB in three Principal Level subjects in the Advanced Certificate of Education.
You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Zimbabwe - Advanced Level GCE

ABB in three Advanced Level subjects.
You will also need: an English language qualification (see below).

Additional information

Under normal circumstances, students must be 18 years old when they commence the course, or by 1 October of the first semester, due to the clinical elements of the programme.

Health checks and DBS Clearance

Offers are subject to Occupational Health clearances and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance. The University follows the DBS Code of Practice in these issues and can provide a copy of the code on request.

Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.

English language requirements

All our courses require an English language qualification or test. Most students meet this through a 4 or C in GCSE English. Please visit our English Language pages for details, including test information for international students. For students who require a test, this course requires a result from Group F.

Alternative and contextual offers

We're committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for applicants with the potential and motivation to succeed, regardless of background. We offer alternative offer schemes with clear eligibility criteria, including contextual offers, offers for those studying in the Keele region, and recognition of a range of additional qualifications.

General information

The entry grades outlined indicate the typical offer, along with any subject specific requirements. This is for general information only. Keele University reserves the right to vary conditions based upon a candidate's application.

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Enhanced practical experience 

Practice-based learning is embedded throughout the course and takes place in a range of health, education, social and third sector care settings. Clinical placement opportunities will include working with a wide range of clients with eating, drinking, swallowing and communication difficulties. 

The hours you will spend in practice experience environments will exceed the minimum 563 hours required by the Royal College of Speech Language Therapists (RCLST). This additional capacity is intended to not only consolidate and enhance your clinical skills, but also to provide you with opportunities to demonstrate leadership skills.

Practitioner with young patient in session, holding the letter 'U'.

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Specialist areas of practice

To personalise, widen your knowledge and promote engagement in lifelong learning, you will have the opportunity to study specialist areas of practice such as developmental language disorder, applying for research funding and leadership and management for health care professionals, in addition to developing your interpersonal, team working and partnership skills.

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Foundation year

Foundation year overview

Our Foundation Year provides an excellent alternative route to Keele, offering preparation for your chosen degree with guaranteed entry onto your undergraduate course once you successfully complete.

This extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge, build your confidence, and provide a better understanding of higher education.

On our Foundation Year, you'll join our undergraduate community from the outset, with access to all the facilities and support you'd get as an undergraduate student at Keele.

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Student life at Keele is vibrant, diverse, and packed with opportunities to make the most of your time at university.

We help students manage their money and ensure that they receive any funding for which they may be eligible.

Make yourself more employable after graduation by taking advantage of the whole host of additional opportunities.