The only program in British Columbia to educate audiologists and speech-language pathologists. The School of Audiology and Speech Sciences offers a solid academic foundation, valuable opportunities for practical experience, and a stunning location in which to study.
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Lunchtime Colloquium: Wednesday, 20 November 2024
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New Course Prerequisite Guide for the MSc Speech-Language Pathology Program
As part of our SLP curriculum renewal, the prerequisites for admission to the MSc Speech-language Pathology (SLP) program will be updated, effective for the September 2025 intake (subject to Senate approval). New prerequisites, effective September 2025 (18 credits minimum): N.B. For applicants applying for entry in September 2025, BOTH the current and the new prerequisites will […] Read More >
Calling All Canadian Audiologists: Participate in a National Survey!
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Call for Research Participants
Our Programs
Master of Science (MSc)
Basis for certification as an audiologist or speech-language pathologist.
The application deadline for the next intake of the MSc Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology program is February 1, 2025. The 2025/26 MSc program starts in September 2025. Note: Applicants are notified of admissions decisions in April via email.
Applicants must have all prerequisite courses completed by the end of the academic winter session prior to the requested program entry date. For example, for entrance to the 2025-2026 Winter Session intake (i.e., beginning September 2024), applicants must have all prerequisite coursework successfully completed by the end of 2024-2025 Winter Term 2 (i.e., April 30th, 2024).
**NEW Prerequisites for the MSc Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Program (Subject to Senate Approval)**
As part of our SLP curriculum renewal, the prerequisites for admission to the MSc Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Program will be updated, effective for the September 2025 intake. New Prerequisites (effective September 2025 – subject to Senate approval):
As part of our SLP curriculum renewal, the prerequisites for admission to the MSc Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Program will be updated, effective for the September 2025 intake. New Prerequisites (effective September 2025 – subject to Senate approval):
- Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, or Semantics (3 credits or equivalent)
- Language Acquisition (3 credits or equivalent)
- Phonetics (3 credits or equivalent)
- Developmental Psychology (3 credits or equivalent)
- Neuroanatomy, Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, or Human Anatomy and Physiology (3 credits or equivalent)
- Statistics (3 credits or equivalent)
N.B.: For applicants applying for entry in September 2025, BOTH the current and new prerequisites will be accepted. ONLY the new prerequisites will be accepted for the September 2026 intake.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Provides students with the credentials to specialize academically.