Universidade de Aveiro Master in Speech Therapy
Universidade de Aveiro

Universidade de Aveiro

Master in Speech Therapy

Aveiro, Portugal

Master degree

3 semesters

English

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Master in Speech Therapy focuses on developing skills in assessing and treating speech, language, and communication disorders. This program emphasizes evidence-based practice and clinical competencies. Graduates will engage in practical training and research, preparing them for careers in diverse healthcare settings.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles as licensed speech-language pathologists in schools, hospitals, or private practices. Other opportunities involve working in rehabilitation centers or research and policy development related to communication disorders.

Master in Speech Therapy

The study cycle aims to create a Masters of excellence in Speech therapy. The principal aim is to develop advanced competencies in the assessment and intervention of children and adults with speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders. The master has three paths:

  • Language and Communication: aims to enhance the development of competencies in prevention, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children with language and communication disorders and also the development of competencies to work in team and with caregivers.
  • Neurological disorders in adults: aims to enhance the development of competencies in assessment, diagnosis and treatment of adults with communication and swallowing disorders and also the development of competencies to work in team and with caregivers.
  • Speech and Hearing: aims to enhance the development of competencies for specialized clinical practice, instrumental diagnosis and advanced intervention in speech and hearing and related disorders.