Postgraduate
MSc Childhood Speech, Language & Communication Needs
NUI Galway
Course Overview
The aim of this MSc in Childhood Speech, Language, and Communication Needs is to provide a critical and conceptually sophisticated understanding of children with SLCN and the contexts of their lives.
This programme has been designed to meet the needs of busy practitioners who need to keep up to date with the emerging evidence base when working with children with SLCN in the clinic, classroom, and community. (Note: it is not a professional qualification in speech and language therapy.) Our flexible blended learning approach, combines face-to-face workshops (e.g., two days per module) and on-line learning to support you as a busy practitioner with many competing demands on your time. Course activities and skills training enable you to apply knew knowledge and skills directly in the clinic, classroom, and community.
What you need to know
Where is the course located?
Galway
What is the length of the course?
12 Months (1 Year) Full-time
When can I apply?
You can apply today
When does the course start?
September
Placement options
Application Closing Date
Open for an application
Number of Places
20
Fees and Funding
Non-EU Tuition Fees
€ 15,200
Living Costs per year
€ 10,000
Application Fee
€ 60
Features and Benefits
- The aim of this MSc in Childhood Speech, Language, and Communication Needs is to provide a critical and conceptually sophisticated understanding of children with SLCN and the contexts of their lives.
- Are you a health, education, or social care professional? Or someone who is interested in childhood communication impairments? With our interdisciplinary MSc, which combines on-line and face-to-face learning, you can continue your professional education and training in the principles and practice of working with children with SLCN.
Entry requirements
How to Apply
Once you are ready to start your application, please click on APPLY NOW
As part of your application, you will be required to submit:
- Your academic history and transcripts (Actual and/or Predicted Grades)
- Proof of English proficiency (typically IELTS or TOEFL scores)
- 2 letters of recommendation
- A copy of your passport
- Personal Statement
- CV/Resume
- Extra requests for certain courses
Minimum entry requirements
Primary degree with at least Second Class Honors or an equivalent qualification.
English Requirements
Medicine (No less than 6.5 in any Component)
[This requirement applies to incoming first year students only]
IELTS: 6.5 Overall
TOEFL: 88
Pearson (PTE): 61
Duolingo English Test (DET)**: 110
• Temporary measure for 2020 only in response to COVID-19
Special Entry Requirements
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Career Prospects
Are you a health, education, or social care professional? Or someone who is interested in childhood communication impairments?
Do you want to learn how you can engage, support, educate, and help children with SLCN (aged from birth to 18 years) in the clinic, classroom, and community?
Do you want to learn how to facilitate the child with SLCN to participate in these contexts, and realise their full communication potential?
With our interdisciplinary MSc, which combines on-line and face-to-face learning, you can continue your professional education and training in the principles and practice of working with children with SLCN.
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