Study at the cutting edge

You will benefit from teaching informed by leading research and evidence-based practice. This is delivered by our highly accomplished academics, many of whom are also qualified Speech and Language Therapists.

Our research investigates:

• children’s communication and how best to intervene to make a difference
• communication problems in adults who have acquired difficulties (eg following stroke or head injury)
• language development
• bilingualism
• phonetics
• linguistics

We provide you with modules to develop your research skills throughout your degree. You can also apply for summer research scholarships. Find out more about the type of projects our students are involved in.

Teaching methods

We use innovative teaching methods and models in our academic and clinical teaching. Case-based teaching (teaching based on real service users) and problem-based learning accompanies lectures, seminars and blended learning approaches. You will also benefit from the experience and expertise of our visiting lecturers who are experts in their field.

Our teaching methods develop deep learning, critical thinking, reflection skills and creativity. This enables you to deal with the diverse nature of SLT practice.

Assessment methods 

Your learning will be assessed via a variety of methods including:

• essays
• practical exercises 
• reports 
• classroom tests 
• exams
• presentations

Find out more

Visit our Teaching and Learning pages to read about the outstanding learning experience available to all students at Newcastle University.

For further information, including the selection process and what selectors are looking for, see Undergraduate Speech and Language Sciences Admissions Policy 2016 Entry (PDF: 75KB).

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks

• Students undertaking the Speech and Language Sciences degree have unsupervised contact with children or vulnerable adults
• The School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences must therefore ensure that students undergo a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) enhanced check to ensure they are ‘fit to practise’
• The School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences reserves the right to discontinue the studies of any student for whom an unsatisfactory DBS disclosure is received
• The School understands that the Independent Safeguarding Scheme has been halted and is currently under review by the government; this situation may change
• For further information visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service

NHS Values

• We are seeking candidates who are personally attuned to the NHS values as stated in the NHS constitution, which can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-nhs-constitution-for-england 

AAB normally including one of the core sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). If a candidate is not sitting any of the core sciences at A-level, we may accept a core science at AS-level. In this case the typical offer would be AAB at A-level, and B for the AS-level core science. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A levels, we require a pass in the practical element. General Studies not accepted as a full A Level. GCSE Mathematics and English required (minimum grade B or 6) if not offered at a higher level.

AAABB at Higher Grade including at least one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Mathematics and English required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.

Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.

A minimum of 35 points with three subjects grade 5 or above at Higher Level. A core science at grade 6 and Mathematics (or Mathematical Studies) and English at grade 5 required at Standard Level if not offered at Higher Level.

H1H1H1H2H3 at Higher Level, to include at least one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

30 level 3 credits at Distinction including 15 credits in biological sciences, and 15 level 3 credits at Merit or above.

BTEC Applied Science preferred. Applicants are considered on an individual basis, but BTEC modules studied must include at least 40 credits in Physiology/Anatomy.  Please note that Extended Diplomas in Children's Care or Sport Science are not normally accepted unless accompanied by AS level Biology at grade B.

D3,D3,M2 in Principal Subjects normally including one of the core sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). GCSE Mathematics and English required (minimum grade B or 6) if not offered at a higher level.

We welcome applications from students offering an Extended Project and value the skills of research and independent learning that it is designed to develop.  If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as part of your application profile, but we will not usually include it in offer conditions for this degree programme.

BBB normally including one of the core sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics).  If a candidate is not sitting any of the core sciences at A level, we may accept a core science at AS level.  In this case the typical offer would be BBB at A level and B for the AS level core science.  For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A levels we require a pass in the practical element.  General Studies is not accepted.  GCSE Mathematics and English required (minimum grade B or 6) if not offered at a higher level.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from schools and colleges in England and Northern Ireland. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

BTEC Applied Science preferred.   All other applicants are considered on an individual basis.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from schools and colleges in England and Northern Ireland. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 8.0 or equivalent with 7.5 in all four elements.

If you need help to meet our English Language requirements, we can provide support with extra tuition.

Read more about UK visas and immigration requirements.

ABB at A level is typically the minimum required for entry to an undergraduate course. You can check the equivalent grades for qualifications offered in your country. Science pathways preferred.

2018 entry*:

Tuition fees for 2018-19 have not yet been confirmed.

Some of our degrees involve additional costs which are not covered by your tuition fees.

The maximum fee that we are permitted to charge for UK students is set by the UK government. Our undergraduate tuition fees for UK students for 2017-18 will be £9,250. This represents a 2.8% increase on 2016-17 fees, based on RPIX. RPIX is a measure of inflation in the UK, equivalent to all the items in the Retail Price Index excluding mortgage interest payments.

*Please note:

• The maximum fee that we are permitted to charge for UK students is set by the UK government.
• As a general principle, you should expect the tuition fee to increase in each subsequent academic year of your course, subject to government regulations on fee increases and in line with inflation.
• See more information on all aspects of student finance relating to Newcastle University.

2018 entry*:

Tuition fees for 2018-19 have not yet been confirmed.

EU students starting at Newcastle in 2018 will pay the UK (Home) tuition fee for the full duration of their course.

Some of our degrees involve additional costs which are not covered by your tuition fees.

Our undergraduate tuition fees for EU students for 2017-18 will be £9,250. As a general principle, you should expect the tuition fee to increase in each subsequent academic year of your course, subject to government regulations on fee increases and in line with inflation.

*Please note:

• The maximum fee that we are permitted to charge for UK (Home) students commencing studies in 2017-18 or 2018-19 is set by the UK government.
• As a general principle, you should expect the tuition fee to increase in each subsequent academic year of your course, subject to government regulations on fee increases and in line with inflation.
• See more information on all aspects of student finance relating to Newcastle University.

2019 entry:

Tuition fees for 2019-20 have not yet been confirmed.

2018 entry*:

£18,000 per year

*Please note:

• You will be charged tuition fees for each year of your degree programme (unless you are on a shorter exchange programme).
• If you spend a year on placement or studying abroad as part of your degree you may pay a reduced fee for that year.
• The tuition fee amount you will pay may increase slightly year on year as a result of inflation, as measured by RPIX**.
• See more information on all aspects of student finance relating to Newcastle University.

**RPIX is a measure of inflation in the UK, equivalent to all the items in the Retail Price Index excluding mortgage interest payments.

You may be eligible for one of a range of Newcastle University Scholarships in addition to government financial support.

• Newcastle University Scholarships
• Government financial support

You may be eligible for one of a range of Newcastle University Scholarships in addition to government financial support.

• Newcastle University Scholarships
• Government financial support

We offer our Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships and Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarships to eligible international students.

We also offer International Family Discounts which are available for all international students with a close family member who has graduated from or is now studying at Newcastle University.

Some of our subject scholarships and sports scholarships are also available for international students.