MSc Speech and Language Therapy Course Ireland

This MSc gives you the expertise to diagnose communication and swallowing difficulties in babies, children, and adults, as well as design and implement treatment plans to improve quality of life for individuals with conditions such as autism, cleft palate, hearing impairment, stammering, and stroke.

You will develop the skills to build strong relationships with patients, addressing the mental health challenges they may face, and apply your learning through practical experience during placements.

This foundation enables a patient-centred, evidence-based approach to speech and language therapy practice, which can be further developed through ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

Our expert tutors, who are practising clinicians and experienced educators, will guide you throughout the programme. You’ll receive personalised support from an academic tutor, ensuring you achieve your best.

This pre-registration program is designed to develop highly skilled, evidence-based therapists, equipping graduates to qualify and practice as Speech and Language Therapists.

Upon successful completion of this programme, you will be awarded an MSc Speech and Language (Pre-registration). This is awarded by Health Sciences University and is aligned to level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ).

*CATS Credits Displayed. 2 CATS points = 1 ECTS point.

Human Science for Speech and Language Therapy 30 Credits

Professional Practice in Speech and Language Therapy 10 Credits

Adult Speech and Language Therapy 20 Credits

Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy 20 Credits

Advanced Skills in Speech and Language Therapy 10 Credits

Practice Placement 1 40 Credits

Advanced Conditions and Disorders 20 Credits

Mental Health 10 Credits

Research Methods in Health Science 20 Credits

Speech and Language Therapy Dissertation 40 Credits

Practice Placement 2 40 Credits

This MSc Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-registration) utilises a mix of learning environments including online lectures, practical work experience, problem-based learning, common and complex case studies.

The full-time in-person delivery method follows this schedule, please note this is subject to change:

22^nd September 2025 – 23^rd January 2026.

26^th January 2026 – 1^st May 2026 (Placement Prep & Placement)

4^th May 2026 – 21^st August 2026

Classes over 2/3 days per week.

Formal teaching methods will vary depending on the relevant learning outcomes of specific units, but will include the following activity types: Lectures (Scheduled) Seminars (Scheduled) Tutorials (Scheduled) Project Supervision (Scheduled) Practical Classes and Workshops (Scheduled) Guided Independent Study (Independent).

You are normally expected to attend all elements of the course and will require a minimum of 80% attendance across all modules.

This MSc Speech and Language Therapy can be delivered by blended learning, with one-to-one tutorial support and webinars. Each module commences with an induction webinar to meet your lead lecturer. You will be able to log-in and attend or watch lectures through our online portal.

This course is delivered over two years with three academic semesters per year. Blended learning utilises a mix of learning environments while concentrating online classes to weekends supporting you to work while you study.

You are normally expected to attend all elements of the course and will require a minimum of 80% attendance across all modules.

The blended learning delivery method follows this schedule, please note this is subject to change:

22^nd September 2025 – 23^rd January 2026.

26^th January 2026- 1^st May 2026 (Placement Prep & Placement)

4^th May 2026 – 21^st August 2026.

Classes over 2 evenings per week – from 6.30-9.30pm (mix of online & in-person) plus every second Saturday from 9am-5pm (in-person).

Work Placement

There are three mandatory work placements as part of the course, these are:

Six week block placements
Four days a week (with one day for independent study or attendance at tutorials)
One placement within the first year of study (summer)
Two placements within the second year of study (spring and summer)

Entry to this course is by direct application to Portobello Institute.

A minimum of a 2:2 (Hons) degree in a relevant subject. Examples of relevant subjects include psychology, language, linguistics, biological science, medical science and childhood or education studies. Alternatively, have significant recent relevant work experience (e.g., working as a Speech and Language therapy assistant).

Entry is interview based with a 15-minute interview conducted via MS Teams. We will look holistically at each applicant’s undergraduate degree, experience to date, interest in the subject and commitment to completing this programme and working in the space in the future.

Applicants for whom English is not their first be able to communicate in English to the standard equivalent to level 7 of the International English Language Testing System, with no element below 6.5 applicants are required to achieve the equivalent of an IELTS (academic) score of 7.0 or above with no less than 6.5 in each section.

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Complete the online application form.
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An interview will be conducted via MS Teams to verify suitability for this programme.
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Confirmation of the interview outcome will be given within 7 – 10 working days. To confirm acceptance of offer, successful applicants will be required to formally accept their offer and pay the required deposit – there will be a 14 day time allowance to complete this part of the process.
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Please note places on this course are only confirmed once tuition fees have been received. We are unable to hold places open for applicants unable to complete the final stage of the process.

*Please note that additional costs will apply to students who undertake this course including but not limited to costs associated with equipment, placement, clothing requirements and health checks. More information is available from the course advisor upon request.

In-person Weekdays

Course: €16,896

€16,896.00 Year 1 total fee

Year 2

Cost per academic year: €16,896

*Please note that additional costs will apply to students who undertake this course including but not limited to costs associated with equipment, placement, clothing requirements and health checks. More information is available from the course advisor upon request.

Blended Learning

Course: €16,896

€16,896.00 Year 1 total fee

Year 2

Cost per academic year: €16,896

*Please note that additional costs will apply to students who undertake this course including but not limited to costs associated with equipment, placement, clothing requirements and health checks. More information is available from the course advisor upon request.

In-person Weekdays

Option 1

33% deposit payment (€5,706.03), followed by 4 scheduled payments on the first of each month, commencing the 1st of the month after the start date of the course. Includes one off instalment fee of €395.

€2,896.24 due in month 1
€2,896.24 due in month 2
€2,896.24 due in month 3
€2,896.24 due in month 4

Option 2

40% deposit payment (€6,758.40) due on application of your course. Final balance (€10,137.60) due before the course start date.

*Please note that additional costs will apply to students who undertake this course including but not limited to costs associated with equipment, placement, clothing requirements and health checks. More information is available from the course advisor upon request.

Blended Learning

Option 1

33% deposit payment (€5,706.03), followed by 4 scheduled payments on the first of each month, commencing the 1st of the month after the start date of the course. Includes one off instalment fee of €395.