MSc / Postgraduate Diploma in Speech Difficulties in Sheffield United Kingdom | The University of Sheffield

Explore various developmental speech challenges and conditions, covering areas like phonology and motor coordination issues such as childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), along with articulation-related difficulties.
This program concentrates on speech sound disorders and their effects on children, while also investigating the connection between spoken language and literacy. Delivered online through distance learning, the course features one and two-day study sessions. It equips you with specialized expertise to evaluate and treat children with speech development challenges.

You'll analyze conditions like phonological impairment/disorder and childhood apraxia of speech (developmental verbal dyspraxia). The curriculum covers assessment techniques, investigation approaches, and management strategies for speech difficulties, plus how to apply current research in clinical practice. PGDip and MSc students can additionally study related subjects such as autism spectrum disorders or adolescent communication.

Designed for speech-language therapists/pathologists, linguists, psychologists, and related professionals, we offer both full-time and flexible part-time study options to accommodate your schedule.

Career prospects
Graduates gain valuable knowledge and skills to advance their careers in healthcare or private practice, or to specialize as speech-language therapists. The course also provides excellent preparation for doctoral studies.
Note: This program does not confer professional qualifications required for practicing as a speech-language therapist.