This course is suitable for school-based professionals who provide support for children with speech, language and communication needs. It is designed for students looking to gain high level knowledge and analytical skills, share their professional experience and perspectives and access current research in their field. The programme is designed to enable students to: understand and critically reflect on research and professional practice across both education and health; develop high level knowledge of educational contexts and children’s language, social, emotional and behavioural development and needs; enhance students’ understanding of research methods and skills; complete a research project in a chosen area under expert supervision; enjoy stimulation and fresh thinking in a community of fellow students, practitioners and research experts; gain recognition as a specialist in a field. This MSc qualification raises graduates’ profile as a specialist and leader in speech, language and communication needs in the school setting. It is an advantage for teachers and clinicians seeking higher grade specialist and managerial posts. Graduates are also eligible to apply for a research degree (MPhil/PhD) and for some research posts.