Undergrad

Language-Speech-Hearing

LSH Overview

The undergraduate major in Language-Speech-Hearing (LSH) provides pre-professional study preparing èßäÊÓÆµapps for graduate studies in a variety of areas including the M.S. or M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology, the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.), and the Doctor of Philosophy in Communication Sciences & Disorders (Ph.D.). Effective in 1989, a Master’s degree is required for Speech-Language Pathologists in the public schools.

LSH Coursework

Coursework is sequenced for the LSH major in the areas of language, speech, and hearing science. All èßäÊÓÆµapps must complete study in basic knowledge of the communication sciences and in basic knowledge of communication disorders. Upon admission to the major, each èßäÊÓÆµapp will be assigned an advisor to provide guidance in academic planning.This program is only offered as a full-time program at this time.

Undergraduate Student Research

Get Involved! There are several avenues for undergraduate èßäÊÓÆµapps to get involved in research in the Communication Sciences and Disorders.

Student Organizations

Students in the LSH major are encouraged to join èßäÊÓÆµapp organizations at USF. These organizations aim to benefit èßäÊÓÆµapps by providing resources and support in preparation of careers in language, speech, and hearing sciences.