Human Communication Sciences taster session
This taster session gives you an insight into studying Human Communication Sciences at university.
A Career in Speech and Language Therapy
A free virtual taster session for Y12 students.
When: Tuesday 16 March 2021, 4:15pm - 6:00pm
60 places available
Year 12, BTEC
This session will introduce you to the profession of Speech and Language Therapy. You will find out about the role of a speech and language therapist and how they can help people with a wide range of communication and swallowing difficulties. You'll learn about the different settings a therapist might work in and how varied the career can be. We'll also provide you with an overview of our Speech and Language Therapy programme here at Sheffield; outlining the modules you will study and the clinical placements that you will complete.
Finally, we'll share our top tips for applying to train as a speech and language therapist and you'll have an opportunity to talk to current students.
By the end of this session you should be able to: - describe the role of a speech and language therapist - understand the components of a speech and language therapy training programme - identify actions to help prepare your application
Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 4:15pm | Students join and get settled |
| 4:30pm | Introduction to the profession of Speech and Language Therapy |
| 4:50pm | Overview of the Speech and Language Therapy programme here at Sheffield |
| 5:10pm | Top tips and Student Q&A |
We look forward to meeting you!
For informal enquiries please email tasterdays@sheffield.ac.uk.
Open days
Find a home for your ambition. A Russell Group University. Discover what's possible at our next undergraduate open day.