Speech and Language Sciences
BAAt a Glance
Offered by
Liberal Arts & Professional Studies
Offered at
Keele Campus
Degrees offered
BA
Ways to study
Full-Time, Part-Time
Entry
- Fall - Yes (first and upper year)
- Winter - Yes (first and upper year)
- Summer - No
Applied Learning Opportunities
OUAC Code
- YFU (BA)
About the Program
Are you fascinated by how language is acquired or how experts evaluate and treat language disorders? Speech & Language Sciences explores how language is learned, processed and used. In this program, you’ll gain in-depth knowledge of linguistics and its relation to language disorders while learning the process of diagnosis and treatment of speech, language and communication disorders. The program combines theory with applied learning, helping you build skills in analysis, research and communication. You’ll also learn how professionals diagnose and support individuals with communication challenges. If you’reinterested in language, health or helping professions, this program provides a strong foundation for graduate study and careers in fields like speech-language pathology and audiology.
Requirements
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- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- A maximum of 30 possible transferable credits may be granted for successful completion of the Baccalauréat Général. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
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- Minimum overall result of “Bien/Buena/Bueno/Good” on all academic courses.
- Some programs require a higher GPA.
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
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- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- CAPE 2-unit courses, with results of 3 or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
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- Extra courses will be assessed for transfer credit. Applicants with the DEC may be awarded up to one full year of transfer credit.
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- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
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- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
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- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- GCE A2 examinations with results of "C" or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
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- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
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- IB Diploma with passes in six subjects: three passes at the Standard-level and three passes at the Higher-level, or two passes at the Standard-level and four passes at the Higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches standard-level
- Applications and Interpretations higher-level
- Applications and Interpretations standard-level
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- Transfer credit is granted for IB courses with Higher-level final grades of 5 or better, to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
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- All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (ISC)
- Intermediate Examination Certificate
- Pre-University Examination Certificate
- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
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- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
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- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
- AP College Board examinations are eligible for transfer credit, for results of 4 or 5, up to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click , then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
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- Requirement (or equivalent) must have been satisfied within the previous five years
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Start Your Application
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - January 15, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
- Winter 2027 (January) entry - November 18, 2026
- Summer 2027 (May) entry - April 1, 2027
- Fall 2027 (September) entry - March 24, 2027
Applied Learning Opportunities
Speech & Language Sciences offers hands-on learning through advanced coursework and practical experiences in communication disorders. You can build real-world skills through volunteer placements while developing expertise in language sciences, linguistics and speech pathology. Our departmental lecture series features leading scholars, giving you insight into current research and professional pathways. Through optional paid co-op opportunities and experiential learning across your degree, you’ll apply your knowledge in real-world contexts, strengthen analytical and communication skills, and graduate prepared for further study and careers in fields such as speech-language pathology, audiology and related areas.
Recent grad Nawshin chats with us about her experience with the Career Centre and how she secured a full-time role within two months of graduating.
Potential Career Paths
- speech-language pathologist
- audiologist
- communication disorders assistant
- healthcare professional
- clinical educator
- public policy advisor
- teacher

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