The MSc in Speech and Language Therapy (Professional Qualification) is offered over two years full-time as a route to qualification for professional practice for applicants who have already attained a degree. The Master of Science degree is undertaken through an intensive programme of full-time study involving academic and placement modules over two years including summer study periods. Placement components form a cornerstone of studies in Speech and Language Therapy.

On completion of this course, graduates will have the necessary skills to undertake:

• Effective and competent Speech & Language Therapy practice
• Assessment and diagnosis of human communication and swallowing disorders
• Treatment plans for the remediation of human communication and swallowing disorders
• Critical evaluation and application of the scientific evidence base in Speech & Language Therapy
• Ethically based professional actions
• Effective clinical reasoning & decision making with reference to evidence-based practice
• Effective change management
• Actions that support self-determination of all clients
• Actions that demonstrate the application of principles of reflective practice
• Collaborative and co-operative work with other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary teamwork environment
• Critical evaluation of the health and welfare legislation and service delivery in Ireland, Europe and internationally