RE: MSc in Speech and Language Therapy
The posts will commence from October 2021 (2021/22) and will be based on an initial four-year term.
The focus of the role of the External Examiner will be to scrutinise and examine a variety of modules within the MSc Speech and Language Therapy:
Role 1: Speech Disorders, Dysfluency and Augmentative and Alternative Communication; Dysphagia, Voice, Motor Speech Disorders, Dementia; Professional Studies A; Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disability, Child Mental Health, Cerebral Palsy, Cleft Palate; Professional Studies B modules
Role 2: Lifespan Psychology and Research Methods, Language Sciences: Linguistics and Language Development, Evidence Based Practice and Data Analysis, Acquired and Developmental Language Disorders, Research Project
External Examiner responsibilities include moderation of assessments, completion of an annual monitoring report and attendance at subject panels where student marks are ratified. A schedule of subject panels per academic session will be made available. Experienced and new external examiners will be considered provided the applicant has the relevant professional qualification(s) and experience. Relevant professional experience in the field of Speech and Language Therapy (role 1) and a valid teaching qualification (both roles) are essential requirements for these posts.
Full details of the programme and modules will be provided to appointees and an induction will be provided by the University following appointment. Further information about City, University of London for External Examiners is available: www.city.ac.uk/about/governance/policies/external-examinations
If you are interested in this role, please email your CV to sophie.mackenzie@city.ac.uk
The closing date is 17.9.21
I would be grateful if you could pass this request to any of your colleagues who may be interested in undertaking this role.
Kind regards,
Sophie MacKenzie (Programme Director)