Study location	United Kingdom, Sheffield
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 year
Study language	English
Awards	MSc

Tuition fee	To be confirmed

Entry qualification

Undergraduate diploma (or higher) At least a 2:1 degree in a relevant discipline such as speech and language therapy/ pathology, linguistics, education or psychology The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 7.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 80 or above, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking CAE: Overall score of 176 or above, with at least 162 in each component

Other requirements	At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. These should be supplied and signed by academic staff at institutions where you have studied previously. They must be presented on the official letter-headed paper of the relevant institution. If you have been out of education for the last two years, you can send one academic reference plus one from your current employer if you wish. CV

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. sheffield.ac.uk/..-communication-disorders

Overview

This course is for speech and language therapists/pathologists, linguists, psychologists or others with a relevant background who have an interest in acquired communication disorders such as aphasia, dysarthria and the communication difficulties secondary to dementia or traumatic brain injury.

The MSc will provide you with an up-to-date understanding of the main theoretical and clinical issues and approaches in this field and the implications of these findings for clinical intervention.

Some of the world’s leading researchers teach on the course. We have strong links with the NHS, special schools and specialist charities.

Four study blocks of two or three days are held throughout the year. Attendance at study blocks is normally compulsory, although you may be exempted if you are based out of the UK, or have special circumstances.

Programme structure

Core modules

Research Methods A
Research Methods B
Two optional modules
Dissertation/Evaluation of Clinical Practice

Optional modules

Students on the PGDip and MSc also take optional modules, from a range offered both within the department and across other departments in the University.

Teaching

Online course material
Study block attendance with lectures, tutorials and practical workshops

Assessment

All modules are assessed by written work.