MSc Speech and Language Therapy

Canterbury Christ Church University

Transform your passion for communication and care into a rewarding professional career with the MSc Speech and Language Therapy. Designed for graduates from diverse academic backgrounds, this accelerated two-year course provides an alternative route into the profession, combining academic study with clinical placement experience to help you become a confident, competent, and autonomous speech and language therapist. What you’ll learn Develop the clinical, ethical, and professional skills needed for registration as a qualified Speech and Language Therapist. Master advanced communication strategies to support effective client engagement and collaborative teamworking. Apply evidence-based research to design and deliver sustainable, person-centred interventions. Engage in reflective and self-directed learning to support lifelong professional growth and continuous development. Demonstrate leadership and advocacy in promoting equality, inclusivity, and innovation within diverse health contexts. Aligned with the four pillars of advanced clinical practice - clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research - this course will equip you with the expertise to deliver effective, person-centred care in a range of health and social care settings. You’ll develop advanced communication, research, and leadership skills, learning to collaborate across professional disciplines and to advocate for inclusivity, sustainability, and social justice in your practice. Our curriculum has been developed in partnership with service users, clinical partners, and practising professionals, ensuring that your learning reflects the latest developments in speech and language therapy and healthcare policy. You’ll benefit from small-group teaching, dedicated academic support, and strong links to local and national employers, preparing you for professional registration and a successful career in the NHS or wider healthcare settings.