Course contact details
UG SLT 2025
Email:ug.slt@manchester.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0)161 529 4563
University of Manchester
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Manchester
M13 9PL
Speech and Language Therapy
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- 21 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
Our three-year BScSpeech and Language Therapy course will prepare you for a career as a speech and language therapist who treats, supports and cares for those with speech, language, communication, eating, drinking or swallowing disorders.
You will develop the core theoretical knowledge and specialist clinical skills required by the speech and language therapy profession while learning theacademic study skills you need to earna higher education qualification.
Ourcourse places particular emphasis on scientific thinking, preparing you to incorporate clinical enquiry into your chosen career path. You will gain practical, hands-onexperience through block placements in each of the three years of study.
In line with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) policy, you will become competent in assessing and managing eating, drinking and swallowing (EDS). To meet these competencies, you will be provided with active learning opportunities on campus (including simulation and case-based learning) alongside block placements. These competencies must be met to allow you to practise as a speech and language therapist.
You will be eligible to apply to register with the Health and Care Professions Council and the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists after graduation.
Modules
Assessment method
We will assess your learning through written exams, written assignments, presentations and vivas.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 21 September 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B620
- Institution code:
- M20
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Manchester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B620
- Institution code:
- M20
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelAAB
AAB. Whilst no specific subjects are required, it is recommended that applicants have a mixture of science and arts/humanities subjects.
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive.
Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, any offer will be based on three A Levels, and any additional A Levels won’t be included in your offer. Any offer will normally be based on three A Levels taken in the same sitting and based on your qualification portfolio. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required.
Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.
Typical Contextual Offer: ABB. Whilst no specific subjects are required, it is recommended that applicants have a mixture of science and arts/humanities subjects.
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive.
Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, any offer will be based on three A Levels, and any additional A Levels won’t be included in your offer. Any offer will normally be based on three A Levels taken in the same sitting and based on your qualification portfolio. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required.
Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive.
Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, any offer will be based on three A Levels, and any additional A Levels won’t be included in your offer. Any offer will normally be based on three A Levels taken in the same sitting and based on your qualification portfolio. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required.
Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.
Typical Contextual Offer: ABB. Whilst no specific subjects are required, it is recommended that applicants have a mixture of science and arts/humanities subjects.
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive.
Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, any offer will be based on three A Levels, and any additional A Levels won’t be included in your offer. Any offer will normally be based on three A Levels taken in the same sitting and based on your qualification portfolio. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required.
Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.
T Level
We do not accept T Levels as entry onto this course. The University does accept specific T Level qualifications on a number of courses please review to our T Level information page for a full list.
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish Higher
We normally require grades AABBB in five suitable Scottish Higher level subjects plus one Advanced Higher subject at grade A. English Language and Maths not taken at Higher/Advanced must have been achieved at SCQF Level 5.
AS
AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.
Access to HE Diploma
We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3).
The specific course requirements are: an overall of 60 credits are required, with 45 Level 3. A minimum of 39 credits should be at Distinction plus 6 credits at Merit. 15 credits at Distinction must be in a science subject.
You should also have GCSE English Language at a minimum grade B/6 and Mathematics at minimum grade C/4.
We welcome applicants completing an Access to HE course in a health or science-related subject.
We consider Access courses to be suitable for mature applicants who have been out of full-time education and have had no previous access to higher education. We will consider applications on an individual basis taking into account other factors such as other educational achievements, life experience and skills.
Due to the nature of Access to HE diplomas, it is often not possible for an applicant's college to supply a sufficiently detailed reference. Under these circumstances, we may request a supplementary reference to enable us to fully consider your academic ability.
Although this could result in us delaying our decision, please be assured that this will not adversely affect your application in any way. Please contact us if you require further information.
Students educated up to GCSE level who have only taken a one-year Access course will not normally be accepted.
The specific course requirements are: an overall of 60 credits are required, with 45 Level 3. A minimum of 39 credits should be at Distinction plus 6 credits at Merit. 15 credits at Distinction must be in a science subject.
You should also have GCSE English Language at a minimum grade B/6 and Mathematics at minimum grade C/4.
We welcome applicants completing an Access to HE course in a health or science-related subject.
We consider Access courses to be suitable for mature applicants who have been out of full-time education and have had no previous access to higher education. We will consider applications on an individual basis taking into account other factors such as other educational achievements, life experience and skills.
Due to the nature of Access to HE diplomas, it is often not possible for an applicant's college to supply a sufficiently detailed reference. Under these circumstances, we may request a supplementary reference to enable us to fully consider your academic ability.
Although this could result in us delaying our decision, please be assured that this will not adversely affect your application in any way. Please contact us if you require further information.
Students educated up to GCSE level who have only taken a one-year Access course will not normally be accepted.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including three GCSEs/iGCSEs at grade 4/C or above (must include Mathematics). Plus grade 5/B in English Language and 5/B in one of: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Science.GCSE/IGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/IGCSE English Language.
Please note that if you hold English as a second language IGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your IGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the admissions team in your academic School/Department for clarification.
For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP+ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of two grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than C/4. This does not apply to English Language because of the nature of the programme and therefore applicants will need to obtain grade 5/B in this subject.
For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP++ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of four grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than 4/C. This does not apply to English Language because of the nature of the programme and therefore applicants will need to obtain grade 5/B in this subject.
Please note that if you hold English as a second language IGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your IGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the admissions team in your academic School/Department for clarification.
For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP+ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of two grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than C/4. This does not apply to English Language because of the nature of the programme and therefore applicants will need to obtain grade 5/B in this subject.
For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP++ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of four grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than 4/C. This does not apply to English Language because of the nature of the programme and therefore applicants will need to obtain grade 5/B in this subject.
Scottish Advanced Higher
We normally require grades AABBB in five suitable Scottish Higher level subjects plus one Advanced Higher subject at grade A. English Language and Maths not taken at Higher/Advanced must have been achieved at SCQF Level 5.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD
We consider the National Diploma in any subject for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades DD alongside one A-level at grade A.
Extended Project
The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.
OCR Cambridge Technical DiplomaDD
We consider the Technical Diploma in any subject for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with grades DD alongside one A-level at grade A.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 35
35 points overall. 6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects
Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.
Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*DD
We consider the National Extended Diploma in any subject for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades D*DD.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D
We consider the National Foundation Diploma in any subject for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma at grade D alongside two A-levels at grades AB.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaD*DD
We consider the Technical Extended Diploma in any subject for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with grades D*DD.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D
We consider the National Extended Certificate in any subject for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate at grade D alongside two A-levels at grades AB.
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma in any subject for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma at grade D alongside two A-levels at grades AB.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended CertificateD
We consider the Technical Extended Certificate in any subject for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Certificate at grade D alongside two A-levels at grades AB.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
We welcome and recognise the value of the Baccalaureate Wales and accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A Level entry requirements.
For applicants who have studied the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (pre-2023), this qualification will still be accepted in lieu of one A-level (normally the lowest A-level grade listed).
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification, please contact the admissions team.
The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A Level entry requirements.
For applicants who have studied the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (pre-2023), this qualification will still be accepted in lieu of one A-level (normally the lowest A-level grade listed).
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification, please contact the admissions team.
The University recognises a number of foundation programmes as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme:
Applicants completing the INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester international foundation programme are required to achieve grades AAB and an EAP score of A. In addition applicants must have IELTS 8.0 with no less than 7.5 in any one component. INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester students are required to attend an interview.
Applicants completing the NCUK International Foundation year are required to achieve grades AAB and an EAP score of A. In addition applicants must have IELTS 8.0 with no less than 7.5 in any one component. NCUK International Foundation year applicants are required to attend an interview.
For all foundation year applicants we consider the full educational background. A decision about suitability will not be taken solely on the foundation year completed, and will include all prior qualifications. Applicants should pass the foundation programme at the first attempt as resits may not be considered.
Additional entry requirements
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
- If your application is successful, we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
- Health Checks
- The University of Manchester is mindful of the health of both its students and of the public, with whom healthcare students come into contact on placement. If your application is successful, we will require you to comply with a confidential health screening check as advised by the Department of Health to meet your offer conditions. The health screening comprises completion of a detailed health questionnaire by the applicant and their General Practitioner and also a medical appointment with the University's Occupational Health Department, who will advise on any follow-up vaccination or other intervention which may be indicated. See Higher Education Occupational Physicians/ Practitioners (HEOPS) Speech and Language Therapy (SALT) Students - Standards of medical fitness to train for more information.
- Interview
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview. Applicants will be invited to take part in multiple mini interviews with a focus on values-based recruitment , an approach developed by Health Education England that looks at whether potential students' values and behaviours align with those of the NHS Constitution. Interviews are scheduled to take place between November and February.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 8 | IELTS 8.0 with no less than 7.5 in any one component. |
All applicants to the University (from the UK and Overseas) are required to show evidence of English Language proficiency. The minimum English Language requirement for this course is either: GCSE/IGCSE English Language grade 5/B, or; IELTS 8.0 with no less than 7.5 in any one component, or; An acceptable equivalent qualification. Please note that if you hold English as a second language IGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your IGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the academic School for clarification. If you need to improve your English language skills to meet the entry requirements for your academic course, the University Centre for Academic English (UCAE) summer pre-sessional courses can help. Check if your academic course offers the option of taking a pre-sessional course on the UCAE page . The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires that every student requiring a visa to study in the UK must show evidence of a minimum level of English Language (common European Framework (CEFR B2 level) to be granted a Student Route visa (previously known as a Tier 4 visa) to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level. In addition, our academic Schools/Departments may require applicants to demonstrate English proficiency above the B2 level.https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/admissions/language-requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We operate contextual admissions meaning many applicants receive an offer and are admitted at least one grade below standard entry requirements. Entry requirements for applicants meeting contextual admissions criteria are listed next to the standard entry requirements on course profiles.
Contextual admissions means we consider your application in context helping us to ensure everyone has a fair chance of getting into Manchester. The data we use is automatically provided on your UCAS form.
International entry requirements
The University welcomes applications from appropriately qualified candidates across the world. We value global talent and are proud to receive applications from a wide range of educational systems and national backgrounds.
Because international qualifications vary widely, it is not possible for us to list entry information for every country on this page. If your country is not listed below, please contact us and a member of our team will be happy to assist you: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/contact-international-team/ https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/country-specific-information/
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
The tuition fees for 2027 are yet to be confirmed.
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