About CSD
Earning a degree in communication science and disorders at the University of Pittsburgh means thoroughly understanding human communication across the life span. Our students actively participate in clinical fieldwork—serving patients from newborns to the elderly—finding new ways to tap the human potential to absorb and express ideas. More »
BA in Communications Science and Disorders
For students considering a career in speech-language pathology or audiology, this undergraduate major provides the scientific foundation upon which subsequent graduate academic or clinical training is appropriately based. More »
Master’s in Communication Science and Disorders
We offer both Master of Arts and Master of Science degrees. Students who complete a master’s thesis are potentially eligible for the MS degree. The program offers two specializations: speech-language pathology and audiology. More »
Doctor of Clinical Science (CScD) in Medical Speech-Language Pathology
The Doctor of Clinical Science (CScD) is an advanced professional doctoral program recommended for the student or practicing speech language pathologist seeking to learn state-of-the-science information and clinical skills.More »
Doctor of Audiology (AuD)
Studying audiology at the University of Pittsburgh puts you ahead of the game. The professional Doctorate of Audiology (AuD) will be the required entry-level degree for audiologists by 2012, and it is strongly recommended for all entering the profession at this time. More »
PhD in Communication Science and Disorders
The CSD research doctoral program is oriented toward scientific inquiry in the discipline of communication science and disorders. Many doctoral program experiences are individually tailored and designed to meet a variety of academic and professional goals.More »
News and Events
The CSD Department will be having visiting days for students interested in our graduate programs in audiology and speech language pathology. The visit day will be on Friday April 1, 2011 from 12:00 - 2:00 P.M.
Students who are interested in SLP please contact Dr. Sheila Pratt at spratt@pitt.edu and those who are interested in AuD contact Dr. Deborah Moncrieff at dmoncrie@pitt.edu.
All prospective students are encouraged to attend!
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