Academic Accelerator - Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences and Disorders

Program Description 

The Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) is a two-semester program designed specifically for students who are ready to succeed in immersive English-speaking classrooms, but also includes the benefit of English-language and student support to help them thrive.

Communication Sciences and Disorders focuses on the study of normal and disordered communication and swallowing across the lifespan. It is a diverse field that includes studying the functioning of the auditory system, the speech mechanism, language processing, cognitive communication, social and cultural aspects of communication, and the clinical processes involved in identification, prevention, and remediation of associated disorders. The major draws upon several other disciplines including psychology, anatomy, physiology, psychology, linguistics, physics, engineering, medicine, and education.

Skills developed within this major include: Strong analytical and critical thinking, Ability to link theory with practical applications, Research and critical evaluation skills, Strong verbal and written communication skills, Leadership and team-building abilities, Listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills, Ability to work well with diverse groups.