Program Overview
The Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology at Old Dominion University is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 26,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Norfolk, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Survey in Communication Disorders
- Anatomy of Speech, Language, and Swallowing
- Phonetics
- Articulation and Phonological Disorders
- Voice and Fluency Disorders
- Language Development
- Speech and Hearing Science
- Hearing Disorders and Basic Audiometry
- Aural Rehabilitation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.8 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).
To be eligible to apply, applicants to the Speech-Language Pathology M.S. Ed. Program must have an earned degree anticipated in the next semester with an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.80. The applicant must have completed the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) with the following minimum scores: 146 Verbal, 140 Quantitative, and 4.0 Analytic. Applicants who have earned an undergraduate degree in another field are welcome to apply and, if accepted, will be required to complete at least two semesters of additional prerequisite coursework.
Applications to the ODU Speech-Language Pathology program take place through Communication Sciences and Disorders Central Application System (CSDCAS at www.capcsd.org/csdcas/students.php). All documents (transcripts, letters of recommendation, essay) are to be submitted to CSDCAS. CSDCAS requires applicants to pay $100 for one application and $45 for each additional application submitted through the system. In addition, applicants will be provided a link to apply to Old Dominion University\'s graduate application system to provide a minimal amount of additional information. Applicants will also pay a fee of $50 to Old Dominion University. Prospective students from ODU\'s undergraduate speech-language pathology program should contact Dr. Raymer for additional instructions.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 26,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 26,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Old Dominion University 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 Old Dominion University
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, United States
Old Dominion University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months