The Division of Communication Sciences & Disorders offers two four-year, full-time undergraduate degree programmes: BSc (Audiology) and BSc (Speech-Language Pathology).

Our programmes are designed to meet the evolving needs of South Africa's healthcare system, the professions, employers and the communities we serve. Through innovative, evidence-based curricula that are regularly reviewed and updated, we prepare graduates who are academically excellent, clinically competent, ethical and equipped to lead positive change in diverse healthcare settings. 

For more details regarding both undergraduate degree programmes, click on the brochures below: 

Speech-Language Pathology Brochure 

Audiology Brochure 

Although Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology are distinct professions with separate degree programmes, students share a common foundation during their first semester. Throughout their studies, they continue to complete selected interdisciplinary courses, including psychology, anatomy and language studies, while developing specialised knowledge and clinical skills within their chosen profession. This integrated approach provides a strong understanding of the medical, scientific, social and psychological aspects of communication, hearing and swallowing.

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates are eligible to register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as either an Audiologist or a Speech-Language Pathologist. Graduates then complete a compulsory year of community service before registering as independent practitioners. The South African Speech Language and Hearing Association (SASLHA) is the professional body that promotes both the Speech-Language pathology and Audiology professions to the public and promotes the best interests of members in all spheres of professional activity. SASLHA publishes the South African Journal of Communication Disorders, an annual, peer reviewed journal which publishes reports and papers concerned with research, and critically evaluative theoretical, philosophical and conceptual issues dealing with aspects of human communication and its disorders, dysphagia, service provision, training and policy. The South African Association of Audiologists (SAAA) represents and supports South African Audiologists in all working environments.