Colchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Speech and Language Therapy in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex
University of Essex
|
Colchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
18,795
(c. USD25,170.45)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our doctoral program in Speech and Language Therapy provides exceptional research opportunities across diverse healthcare and organizational settings.
Students can enroll in advanced research methodology courses at the Masters level to build essential research competencies. The University's Proficio training framework further enables customized skill development tailored to individual research projects and approaches.
Our focus lies in practical, interdisciplinary research tackling nationally and globally significant healthcare policy and practice challenges.
Our faculty brings diverse expertise, combining clinical practitioners with specialists in sociology, social policy, and management - all maintaining strong academic and professional credentials.
Numerous faculty members collaborate with NHS Trusts and local organizations, ensuring our research remains connected to current healthcare priorities and real-world applications.
Program alumni have secured positions in clinical and administrative roles within healthcare systems, hospitals, care providers, and government agencies at various levels.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You will need a Masters degree, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline such as a health science or a social science. Alternatively you will need to evidence advanced research skills developed through an alternative route. A well developed research proposal is also essential. You will normally be required to attend an interview/Skype interview for acceptance, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department.
Official transcript(s), in English or a certified translation of your academic results to date, showing marks or grades, must be provided at the time you make your application. (Transcripts are not required from current or previous University of Essex students, or from students who have previously completed a degree at Colchester Institute awarded by the University of Essex).
IELTS 6.5 (5.5 minimum component score)
TOEFL IBT - 88 overall with minimum component scores: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Writing: 24 Speaking: 20
Official transcript(s), in English or a certified translation of your academic results to date, showing marks or grades, must be provided at the time you make your application. (Transcripts are not required from current or previous University of Essex students, or from students who have previously completed a degree at Colchester Institute awarded by the University of Essex).
IELTS 6.5 (5.5 minimum component score)
TOEFL IBT - 88 overall with minimum component scores: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Writing: 24 Speaking: 20
Tuition
GBP
18,795