Program Overview
The Speech-Language Pathology at University of West Georgia is a MEd programme in Humanities, 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 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 861 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 861 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Carrollton, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Speech-Language Pathology 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
- Educational Psychology
- Instructional Technology
- Stuttering: Theory and Research
- Voice and Resonance Disorders
- Assessment and Treatment of Neurogenic Communication Disorders
- Aural Habilitation and Rehabilitation
- Advanced Articulation and Phonological Disorders
- Motor Speech Disorders
- Evaluation and Treatment of Dysphagia
- Auditory Disorders
- Methods of Clinical Management
- Current Trends and Issues in Speech-Language Pathology
- Research Methods in Speech-Language Pathology
- Clinical Practicum and Methods in Speech-Language Pathology I
- Clinical Practicum and Methods in Speech-Language Pathology II
- Clinical Practicum and Methods in Speech-Language Pathology III
- Medical Clinical Practicum and Methods in Speech-Language Pathology
- Medical Externship in Speech-Language Pathology
- School Internship: Speech-Language Pathology
- Language Disorders and Literacy
- Introduction to Special Education and Mild Disabilities
- Behavior and Classroom Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Program Specific Admittance Guidelines
- 3.0 or better GPA
- Official GRE Scores: minimum 147 Verbal/147 Quantitative
- 3 Letters of Recommendation which must come from university professors who can write about your academic skills and performance.
- Writing Sample (The writing sample will be required only for those who are chosen for an interview)
- Passing score on the GACE Program Admission Assessment, Combined Test I, II, and III; or
- The GACE Program Admission Assessment, Combined Test I, II, and III can be exempted with the following scores:
- SAT Composite score: 1000 on Verbal and Math
- ACT Composite score: 43 on English and Math
- GRE Composite score: 1030 on Verbal and Quantitative (before 8/1/2011); or GRE Composite Score: 297 on Verbal and Quantitative on or after 8/1/2011)
- Interview - By Invitation Only
- Satisfactory results on the College of Education Criminal Background Check.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 861 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 861 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 861 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 861 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of West Georgia 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 West Georgia
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, United States
University of West Georgia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-09
- Language English
- Duration 3 years