With a foundation in Jesuit, liberal arts education, our communication science program emphasizes an ethical and culturally sensitive approach to its speech therapy curriculum.
At the Rockhurst University, our Communication Sciences and Disorders degree consists of 56 credit hours and includes courses in human communication disorders, culture and diversity, and speech and hearing science.
It is an excellent option for students interested in pursuing a graduate degree to become a speech pathologist, or further specialize their communication science expertise with a graduate degree in audiology or occupational therapy. The University also offers a communication sciences and disorders minor.
Graduates who earn a communication sciences and disorders degree from RU will be able to:
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Always verify the dates on the programme website.
Courses include:
You need the following TOEFL iBT ® score:
Minimum required score:
The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.