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Bachelor of Science in Speech and Swallowing Pathology

Speech and swallowing pathology program prepares graduates to be independent professionals equipped with the foundations of knowledge, critical thinking, effective research and clinical practice for community service.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

The program provides students with the theoretical knowledge and clinical experience in the fields of speech, language, and swallowing. The students will learn about the professional values, ethical standards, teamwork, and appropriate social skills in educational, work, and clinical environments. They will also acquire research application skills in the field of communication sciences and swallowing, have a fundamental understanding of using advanced techniques in the field, employ critical thinking, and engage in evidence-based practice. Additionally, they will actively participate in community service related to the field of phoniatrics.

Career opportunities

,Government and private hospitals ,Private clinics ,Educational institutions ,Health centers ,Rehabilitation centers ,Research centers.

Program Information

College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Department of Health Communication Sciences
Major Speech and Swallowing Pathology
Academic degree Bachelor of Science in Speech and Swallowing Pathology
Language of instruction English
Duration 5 Years

Program Details

  1. 1-Provide graduates with a supportive scientific environment and clinical experience in the field of speech and swallowing disorders.
  2. 2-Use modern technology and innovative education to enhance the specialized knowledge and continuous education.
  3. 3-Prepare graduates professionally with comprehensive skills to meet the needs of the job market.
  4. 4-Promote graduate’s contribution to community service.
  5. 5-Support the application of research in the field of speech and swallowing disorders.
  1. Knowledge and Understanding:
  2. K1 -Demonstrate knowledge of the concepts, theories, and principles of speech and swallowing disorders.
  3. K2- Identify the principles and methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention of speech and swallowing disorders.
  4. K3- Identify ethical and professional standards in the specialty of speech and swallowing disorders.
  5. Skills:
  6. S1- Apply critical thinking and “evidence-based” practice.
  7. S2- Conduct appropriate clinical practice procedures.
  8. S3- Utilize advanced technology and tools in the diagnosis and intervention of speech and swallowing disorders.
  9. S4- Conduct specialized research in the field of speech and swallowing disorders.
  10. Values:
  11. V2- Demonstrate commitment and leadership in the field of speech and swallowing disorders.
  12. V1- Demonstrate professional autonomy and ethics (integrity) in the field of speech and swallowing disorders.
  1. 1-Have the theoretical knowledge and clinical experience.
  2. 2-Demonstrate values of professionalism, ethical standards, team work and appropriate social skills in both educational, practical and clinical environment.
  3. 3-Acquire the skills in applying research in the field of communication and Swallowing sciences.
  4. 4-knowledgeable in utilizing advanced technologies in the field of communication and swallowing sciences.
  5. 5-Employ critical thinking and evidence-based practice.
  6. 6-Participate in community service in relation to the field of communication and swallowing sciences.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One CHEM 104 General Chemistry for Health Specialties 3 —
Level One ENG 131 Academic English for Health Specialties (1) 3 —
Level One HRS 118 Medical Terminology 2 —
Level One MATH 162 Statistics for Health Specialties 3 —
Level One MME 110 Health Profession Skills 3 —
Level Two BDS 100 Introduction to Health Professions and Ethics 2 —
Level Two BIO 105 Human Biology for Health Specialties 3 —
Level Two CPP 100 Fundamentals of Scientific Research 3 —
Level Two ENG 132 Academic English for Health Specialties (2) 3 ENG131OR HFSE104
Level Two PHYS 105 General Physics for Health Specialties 3 —
Level Three HCS 201 Introduction to Hearing and Speech Sciences 3 —
Level Three HCS 202 Introduction to Psychology 3 —
Level Three HCS 203 Human Growth and Development 2 —
Level Three HRS 111 Human Anatomy and Physiology 4 —
Level Three HRS 114 Emergency Life Support Techniques 3 —
Level Four SLS 251 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing 4 HRS111OR HRS112OR HRS113OR HPT216OR DHS213OR OCC224OR MBS202OR MBS120
Level Four HEP 332 Professionalism and Ethics in Health Care Practices 2 —
Level Four SLS 221 Phonetics 3 HCS201OR HCS111
Level Four SLS 231 Linguistics 4 —
Level Five SLS 361 Referral and Professional Counseling 3 HCS201OR HCS111
Level Five HRS 116 Biostatistics 3 —
Level Five SLS 332 Developmental Language Disorders (1) 2 ( SLS231OR SLS223 )AND ( SLS352 YOR SLS313 Y )
Level Five SLS 333 Acquired Language Disorders 3 ( SLS231OR SLS223 )AND ( SLS352 YOR SLS313 Y )
Level Five SLS 352 Neuroanatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing 4 ( SLS251OR SLS222 )AND SLS333 YOR SLS312 Y
Level Six SLS 322 Fluency Disorders 3 SLS352OR SLS313
Level Six SLS 323 Resonance Disorders 4 ( SLS352OR SLS313 )AND ( SLS251OR SLS222 )
Level Six SLS 324 Neurogenic Speech Disorders 3 SLS352OR SLS313
Level Six SLS 325 Articulatory Disorders 3 SLS221
Level Six SLS 334 Developmental Language Disorders (2) 2 SLS332OR SLS311
Level Six SLS 355 Audiology 3 HCS201OR HCS111
Level Seven SLS 441 Swallowing and Dysphagia in Adult 3 ( SLS251OR SLS222 )AND ( SLS352OR SLS313 )AND ( SLS442 YOR SLS414 Y )
Level Seven SLS 442 Feeding and Dysphagia in Children 3 ( SLS251OR SLS222 )AND ( SLS352OR SLS313 )AND ( HCS203OR HEP220OR CPY222OR OCC223OR HCS113 )AND ( SLS441 YOR SLS413 Y )
Level Seven SLS 453 Aural Rehabilitation 3 SLS355OR AUD326
Level Seven SLS 462 Clinical Preparation 4 SLS361OR SLS314
Level Seven HCS 481 Research Project (1) 4 —
Level Eight SLS 471 Voice Disorders 3 ( SLS251OR SLS222 )AND ( SLS352OR SLS313 )AND ( SLS472 YOR SLS423 Y )
Level Eight SLS 472 Voice Assessment and Rehabilitation 4 ( SLS352OR SLS313 )AND ( SLS251OR SLS222 )AND ( SLS471 YOR SLS422 Y )
Level Eight HCS 482 Research Project (2) 2 ( HRS116OR DHS214OR MPH211OR MPH211MOR MaSc265 )AND HCS481OR SLS411
Level Eight HEP 331 Communication Skills for Health Care Professionals 3 —
Level Eight SLS 454 Augmentative and Alternative Communication 3 SLS352OR SLS313
Level Eight SLS 463 Report Writing and Counseling in Speech 3 ( SLS361OR SLS314 )AND ( SLS462OR SLS412 )
Level Nine SLS 591 Internship 0 HCS482AND SLS471AND SLS472AND HEP331

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2