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Communication Sciences and Disorders

University of Kentucky
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Lexington, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Communication Sciences and Disorders at University of Kentucky is a MSc programme in Communications & Media over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Communication Sciences and Disorders programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Greece and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
  6. Location: Lexington, United States, Greece

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Communication Sciences and Disorders programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:

  1. Journalist
  2. PR Manager
  3. Content Strategist
  4. Media Producer
  5. Digital Marketing Manager
  6. Communications Officer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Alternative and Augmentative Communication
  2. Language Disorders in Developmentally Young Individuals
  3. Language Disorders in School-Age Populations
  4. Phonological Development and Disorders
  5. Voice Disorders
  6. Low Incidence Communication Disorders
  7. Aphasia and Related Disorders
  8. Research Methods in Communication Disorders
  9. Cognitive Communication Disorders
  10. Adult Swallowing and Motor Speech Disorders
  11. Pediatric Feeding and Motor Speech Disorders

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

In order to complete the application you will need to gather several pieces of information including the following:
  • Transcripts: The Graduate School requires an overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 and 3.00 on all graduate work; individual programs may have higher requirements.
  • Test Scores: In most cases an official test score (either GRE or GMAT) is required for admission. The Graduate School sets no minimum score for the GRE or GMAT; individual programs may however have specific requirements and it is recommended that you contact them directly for more specific information.
  • The minimum GPA for admission to our program is a 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0.
  • TOEFL or IELTS Scores: All applicants whose native language is not English will be asked to self-report one of these scores on the application.
  • Personal statement
  • Writing sample
  • Letters of Recommendation

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

Tuition fees: USD 26,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Kentucky directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Kentucky

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University of Kentucky

Lexington, United States

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University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
  • Start Date Aug, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months