Clinical Linguistics and Evidence-Based Practice PgDip
Newcastle University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Our course provides a foundation in research methodology and evidence based practice in a flexible format. You can develop your own area of interest in a research or Evidence Based Practice (EBP) framework. It forms part of the 1 3 (Master's plus PhD) scheme under the ESRC Northern Ireland/North East (NINE) Doctoral Training Partnership.
This course is intended for graduates in clinical linguistics, psychology, speech and language therapy or a related discipline with an interest in research in speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders.
The course will cover: •social science theory, approaches and research methods •research methods in the discipline appropriate to your planned dissertation project and future doctoral research •advanced scholarship and practice in areas within that discipline as well as an awareness of current research •design and implementation of an original investigation including statistical and/or qualitative analyses and interpretation of findings •development of communication skills appropriate to sharing the findings of a clinical investigation with a professional audience through a conference presentation and manuscript suitable for submission to a scientific journal
You will be taught by internationally renowned researchers and lecturers, such as Professor David Howard, Professor Nick Miller and Professor James Law. They will support you to develop research and enquiry in specialist clinical areas.
The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) recognises the programme as a Research Master's award, making it ideal preparation for a PhD under the ESRC funded 1 3 (Master's plus PhD) degree scheme.
Delivery:
The course is delivered by Speech and Language Sciences in the School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences.
The five modules are taught in blocks of three –four days of intensive lectures, seminars and group work. Two Humanities and Social Science Faculty modules are taught on a weekly basis.
Your research project can take the form of a systematic review of the evidence base or an original small scale research project.
Facilities:
There are three on-site clinics that provide assessment and intervention services to adults and children with communication difficulties: •the Tavistock Aphasia Centre (North East) •The Literacy Clinic •The Children's Speech and Language Therapy Clinic.
These facilities also provide clinical placements for our students and a research facility for students and staff. We have a Language Analysis Lab devoted to clinical linguistic and phonetic analysis, in addition to other facilities.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Others
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About Newcastle University
Founded in 1834, Newcastle University is located in the small city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Less than an hour’s bus ride from the coast, this institution of higher education offers Undergraduates modern lecture theatres, state-of-the-art laboratories, and spaces for socialising and for being creative such as their Fine Arts Hub. Postgraduate students have their own library, complete with a laptop loan system and assistance from knowledgeable librarians to ensure that students have every means of succeeding.
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Student composition of Newcastle University
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Total number of students enrolled at Newcastle University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 20355
- postgraduates:
- 5550
- Total:
- 25905
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Linguistics”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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