Coleraine,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Therapy in Londonderry United Kingdom | Ulster University
Ulster University
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Londonderry United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,320
(c. USD21,838.61)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
This program produces exceptionally skilled graduates who are deeply committed to their field and empathetic toward clients and their families. The curriculum is designed to cultivate highly capable, dedicated, and caring speech-language therapists who deliver safe and effective care. Students will acquire expertise in communication disorders and swallowing difficulties, understanding how these challenges affect clients' quality of life and family dynamics. The course teaches assessment techniques and collaborative approaches to enhance or preserve communication and swallowing functions, ultimately improving clients' participation in daily activities. Through university modules and clinical placements, students will hone teamwork abilities, clinical reflection, and presentation skills. Research competencies will be developed to ensure evidence-based practice in managing communication disorders. The three-year program seamlessly blends theoretical knowledge with practical application, with assessments designed to bridge theory and clinical practice. This progression occurs through carefully structured, well-supported stages throughout the degree.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 8.0
Qualification Requirements
A level
Grades BBB.
Applied General Qualifications
RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma
Award profile of DDM
We will also accept smaller BTEC/OCR qualifications (ie Diploma or Extended Certificate/Introductory Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma) in combination with A Levels or other acceptable level 3 qualifications.
Access to Higher Education (HE)
Overall profile of 65% (120 credit Access course) (NI Access course), including 65% in each level 3 module. To include a 20 credit level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.
Overall Access profile of 24 credits at distinction and 21 credits at merit in graded units (60 credit Access course) (GB Access course) in a relevant subject. Plus GCSE Mathematics and English Language grade C.
GCSE
For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at grade C/4 or above in English Language, plus GCSE Mathematics Grade C/4.
Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths.
The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 8.0 with no band score less than 7.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.
Grades BBB.
Applied General Qualifications
RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma
Award profile of DDM
We will also accept smaller BTEC/OCR qualifications (ie Diploma or Extended Certificate/Introductory Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma) in combination with A Levels or other acceptable level 3 qualifications.
Access to Higher Education (HE)
Overall profile of 65% (120 credit Access course) (NI Access course), including 65% in each level 3 module. To include a 20 credit level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.
Overall Access profile of 24 credits at distinction and 21 credits at merit in graded units (60 credit Access course) (GB Access course) in a relevant subject. Plus GCSE Mathematics and English Language grade C.
GCSE
For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at grade C/4 or above in English Language, plus GCSE Mathematics Grade C/4.
Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths.
The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 8.0 with no band score less than 7.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.
Tuition
GBP
16,320