While studying Speech Sciences, you’re learning about the production, transmission, and perception of speech, as well as the fundamental properties of all human languages. You’ll develop important skills through interdisciplinary courses in linguistics, psychology, and other related disciplines. These skills will be relevant to preparing for graduate work in speech-language pathology or audiology, as well as other types of careers.
These skills may include:
- Applying knowledge related to language structure, child development, language acquisition, anatomy, physiology, experimental psychology, and instrumental phonetics
- Applying analytical and logical thinking to the in-depth study of language and expression
- Conducting research, collecting analyzing data, and presenting information across various subjects
- Articulating complex patterns, as well as synthesizing and interpreting large amounts of complex data
- Clear and concise written communication that draws on a deep understanding of language and linguistic theory
- Understanding vocal tract anatomy and physiology, and application with instrumental phonetics
- Analyzing language across different modalities: spoken, signed, written
- Applying statistical analysis and research methods
