Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (Honours)
- Level
- Bachelors Degree(MNQF Level 7)
- Duration
- 4 years(8 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time)
- Course Fee
- Course FeeMVR 75,750 (Applicable for Free First Degree Scheme)
- Selection Criteria
- Selection Merit based
SUMMARY
- current Intake
- August Intake 2026
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time)
current Intake
Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (Honours) is designed to prepare students to assess, diagnose, and manage communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan. The programme equips students with the theoretical knowledge, clinical skills, and professional competencies required to support individuals experiencing difficulties with speech, language, communication, voice, fluency, hearing-related communication, and swallowing. Students will develop a strong foundation in human communication sciences, linguistics, anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing, psychology, and evidence-based clinical practice. The programme emphasizes the assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults, including those associated with developmental conditions, neurological disorders, acquired injuries, and other health conditions. Through a combination of classroom learning, simulation-based training, laboratory activities, and supervised clinical placements, students gain practical experience in working with individuals, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Graduates will be equipped to provide person-centred services that enhance communication, participation, independence, and quality of life, while contributing to the growing need for speech-language pathology services within healthcare, education, rehabilitation, and community settings.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) Minimum 2 passes in GCE A Level (Science Stream, including Biology and Physics/Mathematics) or Equivalent, OR
- ii) Completion of Certificate 4 Foundation Studies (Science), including Biology and Physics/Mathematics
Language Requirements
- i) Certified proficiency in English (GCE O' Level/ IGCSE English/ MNU English Language Competency Test or Equivalent)
General Notes
- Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
- Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
- Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.
Semester 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | SPT101 Introduction to Communication & Hearing Sciences (CORE) | Introduction to Communication & Hearing Sciences | - | 15 Introduction to Communication & Hearing Sciences (CORE) (15) (15) | 2,400 2,400 |
MED123 Basic Medical Sciences for Speech & Hearing (CORE) | - | 2,400 2,400 | |||
SPT103 Linguistics & Phonetics (CORE) | - | 2,400 2,400 | |||
SPT105 Speech Language Diagnostics and Therapeutics (CORE) | - | 2,400 2,400 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 9,600 9,600 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | SPT107 Language Development & Disorders (CORE) | Language Development & Disorders | SPT105 | 15 Language Development & Disorders (CORE) (15) (15) | 2,400 2,400 |
MED125 Neurology & Otolaryngology (CORE) | MED123 | 2,400 2,400 | |||
PSY145 Psychology related to Speech and Hearing (CORE) | 2,400 2,400 | ||||
DHI113/DHI033 Dhivehi for Professionals or Functional Dhivehi 1 (CORE) | 1,350 1,350 | ||||
| Semester Total | 60 | 8,550 8,550 |
Semester 3
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | SPT201 Speech Sound Disorders (CORE) | Speech Sound Disorders | SPT107 | 15 Speech Sound Disorders (CORE) (15) (15) | 2,400 2,400 |
SPT203 Structural Anomalies and Disorders (CORE) | MED125 | 2,400 2,400 | |||
SPT205 Voice and its disorders (CORE) | SPT105 | 2,400 2,400 | |||
SPT207 Diagnostic Audiology (CORE) | SPT101 | 2,400 2,400 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 9,600 9,600 |
Semester 4
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | SPT209 Motor Speech Disorders in Children (CORE) | Motor Speech Disorders in Children | SPT201 | 15 Motor Speech Disorders in Children (CORE) (15) (15) | 2,400 2,400 |
PUB315 Ethical and Legal Practice for Healthcare (CORE) | Nil | 2,400 2,400 | |||
SPT211 Rehabilitative Audiology (CORE) | SPT207 | 2,400 2,400 | |||
SPT213 Speech Pathology Practicum 1 (CORE) | SPT107 | 2,400 2,400 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 9,600 9,600 |
Semester 5
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | SPT301 Fluency & Its Disorders (CORE) | Fluency & Its Disorders | SPT105 | 15 Fluency & Its Disorders (CORE) (15) (15) | 2,400 2,400 |
SPT303 Motor Speech Disorders in Adults (CORE) | SPT105 | 2,400 2,400 | |||
SPT305 Language Disorders in Adults (CORE) | SPT105 | 2,400 2,400 | |||
Elective 1 (ELECTIVE) | 2,400 2,400 | ||||
| Semester Total | 60 | 9,600 9,600 |
Semester 6
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | PUB307 Research for Health (CORE) | Research for Health | 10 Research for Health (CORE) (10) (10) | 1,600 1,600 | |
SPT307 Technology and Innovation for Speech-Language Pathology (CORE) | 3,200 3,200 | ||||
SPT309 Speech Pathology Practicum 2 (CORE) | SPT213, SPT301, SPT303, SPT305 | 4,800 4,800 | |||
Elective 2 (ELECTIVE) | 2,400 2,400 | ||||
| Semester Total | 75 | 9,600 9,600 |
Semester 7
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | PUB401 Research Project (CORE) | Research Project | PUB307 | 30 Research Project (CORE) (30) (30) | 4,800 4,800 |
SPT401 Clinical Internship 1 (CORE) | SPT309 | 4,800 4,800 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 9,600 9,600 |
Semester 8
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | SPT403 Clinical Internship 2 (CORE) | Clinical Internship 2 | SPT401 | 60 Clinical Internship 2 (CORE) (60) (60) | 9,600 9,600 |
| Semester Total | 60 | 9,600 9,600 |
Elective 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTIVE | SPT311 Noise Measurements & Hearing Conservation (ELECTIVE) | Noise Measurements & Hearing Conservation | 15 Noise Measurements & Hearing Conservation (ELECTIVE) (15) (15) | 2,400 2,400 | |
SPT313 Pediatric Audiology (ELECTIVE) | 2,400 2,400 | ||||
SPT315 Professional Practices in Speech, Language & Hearing including Community Work (ELECTIVE) | 2,400 2,400 |
Elective 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTIVE | MLS325 Inter Disciplinary Collaboration (ELECTIVE) | Inter Disciplinary Collaboration | 15 Inter Disciplinary Collaboration (ELECTIVE) (15) (15) | 2,400 2,400 | |
PUB309 Quality Assurance in Health Care (ELECTIVE) | 2,400 2,400 |
| Course Total | 495 CP | Total: 75,750 75,750 |
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Careers
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (Honours)may pursue careers as: • Speech-Language Pathologist • Speech and Language Therapist • Communication Disorders Specialist • Paediatric Speech-Language Pathologist • Adult Rehabilitation Speech-Language Pathologist • Early Intervention Specialist • Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Professional Employment Sectors Graduates may find employment in: • Government and private hospitals • Health centres and rehabilitation facilities • Early intervention and child development centres • Schools and special education settings • Community-based rehabilitation services • Disability support services • Private speech and language therapy clinics • Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) • Universities and training institutions • Research and healthcare organizations