Clin Linguistics Evidence Based Practice MSc PGDip
Clinical Linguistics and Evidence Based Practice (Research) MSc, PGDip
MSc - full time: 12 months, part-time: 24 months
PGDip - full time: 8 months, part time: 16 months
Profile
Our course provides a foundation in research methodology and evidence based practice in a flexible format. You can develop your own area of interest in a research or Evidence Based Practice (EBP) framework. It forms part of the 1+3 (Master's plus PhD) scheme under the ESRC Northern Ireland/North East (NINE) Doctoral Training Partnership.
Your course during COVID-19
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About this course
This course is intended for graduates in speech and language therapy, clinical linguistics, psychology or a related discipline with an interest in research in speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders.
The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) recognises the programme as a Research Master's award, making it ideal preparation for a PhD under the ESRC funded 1+3 (Master's plus PhD) degree scheme linguistics strand or for students with NIHR Pre-doctoral Clinical Academic Fellowship (PCAF) funding.
The course will cover:
- research methods in the discipline appropriate to your planned dissertation project and future doctoral research
- advanced scholarship and practice in areas within that discipline as well as an awareness of current research
- design and implementation of an original investigation including statistical and/or qualitative analyses and interpretation of findings
- development of communication skills appropriate to sharing the findings of a clinical investigation with a professional audience through a conference presentation and manuscript suitable for submission to a scientific journal
You will be taught by internationally renowned researchers and lecturers. You will be supported to develop research and enquiry in specialist clinical areas.
Quality and Ranking
We rank in the top 150 for Linguistics - QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020
Delivery
The course is delivered by Speech and Language Sciences in the School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences.
Teaching is mainly delivered online with some flexible on campus present in person (PiP) sessions allowing for small group discussion.
Your research project can take the form of a systematic review of the evidence base or an original small scale research project. For practising speech and language therapists this could be a project based in your clinical practice.
Facilities
There are two on-site clinics that provide assessment and intervention services to adults and children with communication difficulties:
These facilities also provide clinical placements for our students and a research facility for students and staff. We have a Language Analysis Lab devoted to clinical linguistic and phonetic analysis, in addition to other facilities.
Modules
You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.
Modules for 2021 entry
Module changes
Course content changes
The information above is intended to provide an example of what you will study.
Our teaching is informed by research. Course content changes periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback.
Optional module availability
Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.
Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.
To find out more please see our terms and conditions.
Fees & Funding
2021-2022 fees
If your studies last longer than one year your fee may be subject to an annual inflationary increase.
The fees displayed here are per year.
EU, other EEA and Swiss nationals
For courses commencing from September 2021 and beyond, EU, other EEA and Swiss nationals will no longer be eligible for home fees or Student Finance England support.
If you are from the EU you will pay international tuition fees.
All students
Find out more about our tuition fees, including how to pay them and available discounts.
Entry Requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant subject area, such as:
- linguistics
- psychology
- speech and language pathology
This course is only available to those applying for a studentship from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). The course forms part of the 1+3 (Master's plus PhD) scheme under the North East Doctoral Training Centre. To start the course your application for ESRC funding must be successful.
We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications or relevant professional experience in speech and language therapy.
Find out the equivalent qualifications for your country.
Use the drop down above to find your country. If your country isn't listed please email: international.recruitment@ncl.ac.uk for further information.
English Language Requirements
Select an English language test from the list to view our English language entry requirements.
Please email us at international.recruitment@ncl.ac.uk for further information.
How to Apply
You apply online, track your application and contact the admissions team via our applicant portal. Our step by step guide can help you on your way.
This course is only available to those applying for a studentship from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). The course forms part of the 1+3 (Master's plus PhD) scheme under the ESRC Northern Ireland/North East (NINE) Doctoral Training Partnership To start the course your application for ESRC funding must be successful.
Start dates
The course starts in September. There is no application closing date for this course.
We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts. This is so that you have enough time to make the necessary arrangements.
Deposit
If you are an international student or a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland and you need a visa to study in the UK, you must:
- pay a deposit of £1,500
- or submit an official letter of sponsorship
The deposit is payable after you receive an offer to study with us. The deposit is non-refundable, but we will deduct it from your tuition fees when you register.
Contact
Vivienne Sturgiss
Programme Secretary
School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences
Telephone: +44 (0) 191 208 7388
Email: speech@ncl.ac.uk