Entry requirements
Scottish Higher : Standard : AABBB , Minimum : ABBBB
A Level : AAB
Irish Leaving Certificate : H1 H2 H2 H2 H3
International Baccalaureate : 32 points
International : IELTS of 8.0 with no element lower than 7.5 . Applications from international students are welcomed . The required standard of spoken and written English ( specified by RCSLT ) for those whose first language is not English is an IELTS ( British Council English Language Testing Service ) score of 8 with no individual element score of less than 7.5 . This reflects the level of English required for professional practice as an SLT .
Required subjects : The following subjects are preferred at Higher / A Level or equivalent : English , Languages , Psychology and Sciences . Subjects involving analytical skills ( eg Modern Studies ) may be accepted as an alternative to science , where a good level of science is demonstrated at Nat 5 / GCSE level .
In addition English and Maths at Nat 5 / GCSE ( B ) ( equivalent to O3 or H4 in the Irish Leaving Certificate ) is required . Biology at this level is desirable .
Mature / Access : Many mature students enter the course with non-standard qualifications , including previous degrees and from Access Courses ( Access to Health Care ). Applicants with Access qualifications must demonstrate a strong academic profile .
We welcome applications from mature students with other relevant qualifications and / or experience . All mature students are asked to show evidence of recent study .
Direct Entry : Not available . Relevant HN qualifications may be considered for entry to Year One .
Other entry requirements :
• Work experience - Applicants are encouraged to acquire a good understanding of the nature of Speech and Language Therapy practice , and , if possible , should gain some experience of interacting or working with people with communication difficulties . It should be noted that in most parts of the UK it is not possible to arrange direct observation or work-shadowing within Speech and Language Therapy clinics ; however , many areas arrange introductory sessions for potential students . In addition , many charities working with and for people with communication needs welcome volunteers who are willing to support people with communication difficulties .
• PVG check - All offers of places are conditional on receipt of a satisfactory check through the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme ( or equivalent ). All prospective students who are offered a place should be aware that acceptance onto the programme cannot be taken as a guarantee that the applicant satisfies the requirements for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council ( HCPC ) as a Speech and Language Therapist
• Health clearance - All applicants are expected to be free of any health problems which could affect their ability to practice safely and effectively . All first year students are required to undergo health clearance checks and up to date information will be provided as part of the entry / induction process . The document ‘ Guidance on Health and Character ’ ( HCPC , 2017 ) provides some general information which may be useful .
Additional Costs :
All students are responsible for their own expenses incurred on clinical placement such as ; pre-placement checks ; travel costs ; and accommodation ( summer ).
Students are required to pay for their PVG application ( approximately £ 60 ) and may have additional costs for vaccines and blood tests ( up to approximately £ 90 , normally ), depending on their medical history .
In addition , students from England , Wales , Northern Ireland and international students will also be liable for additional fees to cover the cost of health clearance , badges and uniforms . The current cost is around £ 95 .
Students are also required to have indemnity insurance in place before attending placement , this can beis most cost effectively obtained by joining the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists ( RCSLT ) as a student member . Student membership of the RCSLT is currently free .
Students are advised to check with the relevant student funding agencies if there is a way of reclaiming the travel and accommodation expenses incurred on placement . Students from Scotland may be eligible for funding from SAAS depending on their circumstances .
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