24 monthsProgramme duration
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Medicine
Study Level
Masters
The mission of the Boston University Master of Science Degree Program in Speech-Language Pathology is to prepare graduates to meet American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) clinical certification standards and state licensure requirements necessary for entry-level practice positions. We believe that the study of human communication disorders must be built on a strong foundation in the basic sciences and normal processes related to communication and cognition as well as an understanding and appreciation of scientific inquiry. The program strives to create a learning environment that fosters critical and innovative thinking and encourages the development of future leaders. A bachelor’s degree is required for admission. The applicant must also complete the following prerequisite speech-language pathology and audiology courses or their equivalents. Prerequisite courses are offered during Summer Term for individuals who wish to complete most prerequisite courses prior to matriculation in the graduate program. These courses may also be completed on a non-graduate credit basis concurrently with graduate study.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Medicine
Study Level
Masters
The mission of the Boston University Master of Science Degree Program in Speech-Language Pathology is to prepare graduates to meet American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) clinical certification standards and state licensure requirements necessary for entry-level practice positions. We believe that the study of human communication disorders must be built on a strong foundation in the basic sciences and normal processes related to communication and cognition as well as an understanding and appreciation of scientific inquiry. The program strives to create a learning environment that fosters critical and innovative thinking and encourages the development of future leaders. A bachelor’s degree is required for admission. The applicant must also complete the following prerequisite speech-language pathology and audiology courses or their equivalents. Prerequisite courses are offered during Summer Term for individuals who wish to complete most prerequisite courses prior to matriculation in the graduate program. These courses may also be completed on a non-graduate credit basis concurrently with graduate study.
Admission Requirements
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115+
84+
Applicants hold a four-year Bachelor’s degree from an accredited US institution or its international equivalent. If you have earned a three-year degree that is the equivalent of a four-year degree in the US, it will be accepted in the admissions process. Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL Paper Based score of at least 600.
24 Months
Jan-2000
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