Master of Science in Speech Difficulties
The University of Sheffield
UK,England
0 Shortlist
12 Months
Duration
CAD 29,700/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1905
Total Students: 30,200 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Sheffield S10 2TN, United Kingdom
Master of Science in Speech Difficulties
Program Overview
This course is designed for speech and language therapists/pathologists, linguists, psychologists and other professionals with a relevant background and special interest in Speech Sound Disorders and their link to literacy difficulties. You can study part-time by distance learning or full-time.
You’ll develop your knowledge and skills of evidence-based practice so that you can effectively support people with developmental speech and literacy difficulties.
You'll explore conditions such as phonological impairment or disorder, childhood apraxia of speech/developmental verbal dyspraxia and speech difficulties associated with cleft palate.
The MSc will provide you with an up-to-date understanding of the main theoretical and clinical issues and approaches in this field and the implications of these findings for clinical intervention.
What will you learn?
On this course you’ll develop your:
- Knowledge of current research into spoken and written language development and difficulties
- Understanding of the impact of Speech Sound Disorders on an individual in terms of school, home and social life, as well as employment and relationships
- Knowledge of a range of technical and research methods used in the investigation of speech and literacy difficulties and evaluation of subsequent intervention programmes
- Knowledge of current assessments and interventions for children with speech and literacy difficulties
- Competency in quantitative and qualitative research design and methods relevant to analysing and carrying out intervention for these disorders
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 29,700 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in The University of Sheffield
CAD 9,207 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
You might also interested in other programs of this university
Master of Science in Advanced Cell and G...
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 12 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 31,000
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
Master of Arts in Composition
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 12 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 24,400
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
Master of Science in Solar Cell Technolo...
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 12 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 25,600
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
Master of Science in Stem Cell and Regen...
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 12 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 29,950
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE
Work Permit:
