Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 80
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
University Park, United States
Disciplines
Speech Pathology
Overview
Outcomes
Focused on preparing high-quality researchers who can serve as leaders and changemakers in this wide-ranging industry, the Ph.D. program in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Pennsylvania State University provides:
- Specialized study in your area of interest
- Mentoring
- Independent research
- Teaching and clinical experiences
Upon completion, graduates are well prepared to take on leadership, research, or academic positions at universities, research institutes, clinical agencies, and other organizations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Culturally Responsive Practice in Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Professional Issues in Speech-Language Pathology
- Language Disorders in School-Aged Children
- Written Language Disorders
- Advanced Dysphagia
- Endoscopy Lab
- Head and Neck Cancer Management
- Lab in Augmentative and Alternative Communication Technology
- Tracheostomy and Ventilator Lab
- Cognitive Disorders in Adults
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- The Doctor of Philosophy degree normally requires a master's degree in communication sciences and disorders or a related field, plus a minimum of two years of advanced study, and presentation and oral defense of a research-based dissertation.
- Two research exercises, one of which is used for doctoral qualifying examination early in the doctoral program, are required prior to the dissertation. A comprehensive written and oral examination in the areas of a student's interest is required.
Fees and funding
Living costs
University Park, United States
1,404-2,106 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
