Speech and Language Therapy

Study at Sheffield and gain the expertise and confidence you need to deliver life-changing care as a qualified speech and language therapist. This three-year programme is designed and delivered by experienced speech and language therapists, clinicians and researchers, who are committed to your wellbeing and success. You will learn how to assess, diagnose and support children and adults with a range of communication, or eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties. Study topics include linguistics, psychology and speech pathology, and the medical knowledge that supports these areas. You’ll also explore how sociology and social psychology impact therapy. As your understanding grows, you’ll discover how therapists can support a range of needs, including aphasia, learning disabilities, speech sounds disorders or dysphagia (swallowing difficulties). The skills you gain at Sheffield will provide you with an excellent foundation to specialise in your future practice and provide evidence-based care. Throughout the course you’ll be taught by knowledgeable and passionate staff - both in the classroom and on placement - who will incorporate the latest research into your teaching, so you can build an evidence base for future practice.