Postgraduate Speech and Language Therapy 2014 (MSc)

The interviewers and lady that runs the course at UCL are all really lovely and friendly so don't be scared! It's a lot better than anticipated! X


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The interviewers and lady that runs the course at UCL are all really lovely and friendly so don't be scared! It's a lot better than anticipated! X


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[...] Just wanted some advice about applying to do a post-grad degree in speech and language therapy.

I'm currently doing a degree in the arts. I do enjoy design etc. Though, I have come to realise that I have lost my passion in pursuing career as a designer. ( I am nearing the end of my degree..so too late to drop out now )

My son has a severe speech and language delay, due to the fact he has verbal dyspraxia. So the encounters of attending speech and language sessions for a number of years with my son, reading numerous books relating to speech and language, meeting speech therapists, going on courses to learn about Makaton, communication workshops, meeting kids and adults with speech issues etc. Has sparked an interest to maybe pursue a career as a speech therapists.

I have decided to take a one year or two year break after completing my degree, if I wish to do a Masters. This is so that I can get much experience and to be sure if I want to pursue a career as a speech therapist.

Out of city, UCL and reading. Which of these three universities have a much more practical approach?

I always wanted to know how much experience do you need to have? So that I have a high chance getting accepted by the university.

If anyone is currently or was doing a master in speech therapy… how many days a week would you attend the lessons? [...]

Out of city, UCL and reading. Which of these three universities have a much more practical approach?

I always wanted to know how much experience do you need to have? So that I have a high chance getting accepted by the university.

My main concern would be your academic background. The MSc is typically for people who have a related background in biomedical sciences, linguistics, modern languages, or psychology. This also feeds into the workload. How are you going to convince them you can pick up so many new topics when the workload is so high?

What evantej said. I believe the entry requirements pages for all of the postgrad programmes say that your undergrad should be in a related field. I have a vague memory of one or maybe two saying that they'd consider applicants with an unrelated first degree if they had a huge amount of relevant experience though. There are several universities in the UK with BSc programmes that might be more suited for your academic background As the BSc takes 3-4 years as opposed to 2, the workload is much less intense, which might also be helpful if you have other commitments!



Absolutely City, from what I've gathered. While all of the programmes have practical sides, UCL and Reading seem to be particularly renowned for being more academic.



I think it varies a lot from applicant to applicant. Some people have only shadowed and undertaken brief volunteering placements; others have worked as Speech and Language Therapy Assistants for years. What seems to matter the most is what you have learned from the experience you have and how this will benefit you during the programme.

My main concern would be your academic background. The MSc is typically for people who have a related background in biomedical sciences, linguistics, modern languages, or psychology. This also feeds into the workload. How are you going to convince them you can pick up so many new topics when the workload is so high?

Hi

Thanks for your detailed answer.

I would not take another undergrad, simply because I do not want to spend another 3- 4 years at University again.

I will go to the open day at the Universities to talk to the lectures if it's worth me applying to the course. Simply because my academic background is unrelated…plus ask about how intensive the course is.

Thanks everyone for the advice.

Hi Everyone

Just wanted some advice about applying to do a post-grad degree in speech and language therapy.

I'm currently doing a degree in the arts. I do enjoy design etc. Though, I have come to realise that I have lost my passion in pursuing career as a designer. ( I am nearing the end of my degree..so too late to drop out now )

My son has a severe speech and language delay, due to the fact he has verbal dyspraxia. So the encounters of attending speech and language sessions for a number of years with my son, reading numerous books relating to speech and language, meeting speech therapists, going on courses to learn about Makaton, communication workshops, meeting kids and adults with speech issues etc. Has sparked an interest to maybe pursue a career as a speech therapists.

I have decided to take a one year or two year break after completing my degree, if I wish to do a Masters. This is so that I can get much experience and to be sure if I want to pursue a career as a speech therapist.

Out of city, UCL and reading. Which of these three universities have a much more practical approach?

I always wanted to know how much experience do you need to have? So that I have a high chance getting accepted by the university.

If anyone is currently or was doing a master in speech therapy… how many days a week would you attend the lessons?

Thanks

Hello!

Just to clarify, you don't need a relevant degree to apply to UCL or City.

The UCL website says: "We have students who have successfully completed the course with undergraduate degrees in many different subjects, including archaeology, law, anthropology, and geography. You can apply if you hold any UK honours degree at a 2.2 ... However be aware that the majority of students accepted onto the course hold a 2:1 degree or higher."

The City website says: "While many applicants have a degree in a related subject area, such as linguistics or psychology, this is not a pre-requisite. Students on the course come from a range of academic backgrounds, both in the arts and sciences."

You'll need to ensure you get plenty of experience, preferably with a mix of adults and children in a variety of settings. It sounds like you're already off to a pretty good start!

Be aware that both courses are extremely intensive - I think you're at uni/on placement virtually every day and are expected to work on coursework/revision etc in the evenings and over the weekend.

Definitely go to the open evenings - they're really useful, and the staff there are happy to answer any questions.

Good luck!

Thanks!

Pheww!, I looked at both of their websites carefully and they did say this!

Thanks so much!

Hi

Thanks!

City and UCl would be my first choice, as I don't want to go too far. Shame about Reading, as they have a course module on Speech impairments.

Yes the teaching times may be an issue…. though I have a year left to decide plus I'm taking a year out after my degree.