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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New Prerequisites 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). Read More >
You are invited to attend Ronald Adjekum’s PhD oral defense!
All are welcome to attend the following PhD oral defense. The defense will be held in the Graduate Student Centre, Room 200, at 12:30pm, next Monday, September 9th. Read More >
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Our Programs
Master of Science (MSc)
Basis for certification as an audiologist or speech-language pathologist.
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, Semantics, or Pragmatics (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.
An updated prerequisite equivalency chart for the new prerequisites will be available in November 2024. Please check back for further details and updates.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Provides students with the credentials to specialize academically.