Speech and Language Sciences York University

Overview

The Speech and Language Sciences programme at York University offers a rigorous academic foundation for students interested in the mechanics of human communication. This degree focuses on the acquisition of language, the nature of linguistics, and the clinical processes involved in diagnosing and treating various speech disorders.

Why Speech and Language Sciences at York University?

Choosing this programme means joining one of only three such specialised offerings available across Canada. Students benefit from a curriculum that blends theoretical knowledge with practical application, supported by a faculty renowned for international scholarship and engaged advocacy. The university provides cutting-edge research facilities and unique opportunities for experiential education.

Learners can enhance their professional profiles through work-integrated learning, including volunteer placements and internships within the field of communication disorders. Additionally, the department hosts a regular lecture series featuring world-renowned scholars, ensuring students remain at the forefront of contemporary language science research.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 41526 per year
• National fee: CAD 8536 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to build core competencies in linguistics while fulfilling general education requirements. Modules may include:

• Linguistics
• Indigenous Culture and Language
• Climate Change and Society
• History of Evolution
• Knowledge, Truth and Reality
• Language Sciences
• Communication Disorders

Careers with Speech and Language Sciences

Graduates are well-prepared to pursue advanced clinical qualifications or enter the workforce in various supportive and analytical roles.

Many students also use this degree as a stepping stone toward graduate studies in speech-language pathology or audiology, where they can further specialise in treating language processing issues in the brain across the human lifespan.