Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - English Language for Speech and Language Therapy (Q318)

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - English Language for Speech and Language Therapy course has been developed specifically for those aiming for a future career in Speech and Language Therapy (SLT). While this degree does not lead to SLT certification upon graduation, the aim and goals of this undergraduate course is to help build a strong foundation for further postgraduate study and subsequent certification as a speech language therapist.

In studying English Language for Speech and Language Therapy, students will explore the work of English language, and also they will learn about relevant aspects of linguistics such as: the grammatical structure (for example., word order, sounds, meaning); the history of English; dialects and social variation; social, educational and cultural aspects; global English, and more. They will look at the way English has changed over the centuries, considering what will become of it in the future, comparing English use in different parts of the globe, and considering important practical aspects of English such as the hundreds of millions of people worldwide learning English as an additional or foreign language.