Clinical Speech & Language Studies
About the Course
The degree in Clinical Speech and Language Studies (Undergraduate Course, Code - TR007) is of 4 years duration and leads to a qualification in speech and language therapy. The course is delivered within the School of Linguistic, Speech and Communication Sciences at the university and students participate in a range of courses offered to members of other disciplines. Graduates of the course are professionally recognised by the professional organisations in Ireland and the United Kingdom. Graduates are eligible to register with CORU, the
There is no Graduate Entry or Advanced Entry Route to Clinical Speech & Language Studies. Within the HEAR or DARE scheme students may enter with reduced points. Course specific requirements include IELTS (Academic Version) 7 (no individual band below 7, Duolingo English Test minimum overall score 130 with no individual sub score under 130). Minimum Entry Requirements 2023 = 544 Points. There are 34 places available annually. Applications for admission from EU applicants are made to the Central Applications Office (CAO). Non-EU applicants apply online direct to TCD by 1 February of the proposed year of entry. Entry is possible only at the beginning of the academic year, in September.
First Year (Junior Freshman)
Modules
- SLU11001: Foundation Clinical Studies
- SLU11002: Speech, Hearing and Swallowing
- SLU11003: Social Psychology and Lifespan Development
- SLU11004: Phonetics 1
- SLU11005: Phonetics 2
- LIU11008: Introduction to Linguistics 1
- LIU11009: Syntax 1
- LIU11013: First Language Acquisition
- ANU11004: Anatomy & HT
- PGU11007: Physiology Allied Health
First Year Clinical Practice
Pre-clinical work includes visits to healthcare settings, residential settings and schools.
Handbooks
Junior Freshman Handbook 2023-2024 found here: Clinical Speech JF-2024-2025-Handbook (PDF 1.8 MB)
Second Year (Senior Freshman)
Modules
- SLU22001: Phonetics and Phonology
- SLU22002: Cognitive and Neuropsychology
- SLU22003: Nature of Disorders of Speech, Voice, Fluency and Swallowing
- SLU22004: Assessment of Disorders of Speech, Voice, Fluency and Swallowing
- LIU22007: Sociolinguistics
- SLU22006: Nature of Disorders of Language and Communication
- SLU22007: Assessment of Disorders of Language and Communication
- SLU22008: Practice Education 1
- SLU22009: Ethics and Professional Studies
Second Year Clinical Practice
The Clinical Education Programme includes attendance at clinical tutorials and workshops and engagement in observation and practice while on clinical placements in a variety of healthcare and other settings
Handbooks
Senior Freshman Handbook 2024-2025 found here: Clinical Speech SF-2024-2025-Handbook (PDF 1.8 MB)
Third Year (Junior Sophister)
Modules
- LIU33005: Discourse Analysis
- SLU33002: Dynamics of Discourse
- SLU33003: Evidence Based Practice
- SLU33004: Intervention for Disorders of Speech, Voice, Fluency and Swallowing
- SLU33005: Intervention for Disorders of Language and Communication
- SLU33006: Research Methods and Statistics
- SLU33007: Research Design
- SLU33008: Neurology and Psychiatry
- SLU33009: Practice Education 2
Third Year Clinical Practice
The Clinical Education Programme includes attendance at clinical tutorials and workshops and engagement in observation and practice while on clinical placements in a variety of healthcare and other settings
Handbooks
Junior Sophister Handbook 2024-2025 found here: Clinical Speech JS-2024-2025-Handbook (PDF 1.8 MB)
Fourth Year (Senior Sophister)
Modules
- SLU44001: Advanced Studies in Communication and Swallowing
- SLU44002: Advanced Studies in Communication, Disability and Society
- SLU44003: Research Project
- SLU44004: Reflective Studies
- SLU44005: Counselling Principles and Practice
- SLU44006: Practice Education 3
- SLU44007: Practice Education 4
- SLU44001: Advanced Studies in Communication and Swallowing
Handbooks
Senior Sophister Handbook 2024-2025 found here: Clinical Speech SS-2024-2025-Handbook (PDF 1.8 MB)
Fourth Year Clinical Practice
The Clinical Education Programme includes attendance at clinical tutorials and workshops and engagement in observation and practice while on clinical placements in a variety of healthcare and other settings.
Module Handbook
Module Handbook 2024-2025 found here: Clinical Speech UG Module Handbook-2024-2025 (PDF 934.4 KB)