Foundations of Communication Science PG (10266.3)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | Intensive |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Speech Pathology | Post Graduate Level | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Explain the underlying anatomy and neuroanatomy that underpins speech and language;
2. Critically analyse and describe components of language, including form (syntax, morphology, phonology), content (vocabulary) and use (pragmatics);
3. Identify and transcribe speech sounds in connected speech using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA); and
4. Critically analyse and describe how speech and language develops/changes across the lifespan.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
Must be enrolled in 371JA Master of Speech Pathology ANDMust be enrolled in 12269 Speech Pathology 1 PG or 10268 Clinical Speech Pathology 1 PG.
Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 16 February 2026 | Intensive | Dr Jacqui McKechnie |
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 15 February 2027 | Intensive | Dr Jacqui McKechnie |
Required texts
Required: McLeod, S. & McCormack, J. (2015) Introduction to Speech, Language and Literacy. Oxford University Press ISBN-13 : 978-0195527926
Recommended: Hyter, Y., & Salas-Provance, M. (2019). Culturally-responsive practices in speech, language, and hearing sciences. San Diego: Plural Publishing.
ISBN1597568678
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Artificial Intelligence
RESTRICTED
The use iof GenAI is NOT allowed in completing the assessments.
- Students must not use GenAI in completing the assessments
- Students are permitted to use Studiosity Writing Feedback Plus to seek feedback on drafts of their assessments
Moderation
Assessments will be moderated in accordance with the Faculty of Health Moderation Guidelines before they are returned to students.
Special assessment requirements
Pass Requirements
To pass this unit students MUST:
Achieve an overall passing grade/mark following submission of all graded assessment tasks (i.e. > 50% overall).
AND
Pass the Phonetic Transcription Exam by losing no more than 25 marks in vowel and/or consonant errors. If students fail their first attempt at the transcription exam they will be provided with formative feedback and a second attempt at the task. If students fail their second attempt they will need to retake the entire unit when it is next offered.
Supplementary assessment
Students are not eligible for a supplementary assessment for any of the assessments in this Unit.
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).
UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.
Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Learner engagement
Active engagement in speech and language analysis tasks during workshop time is integral to building clinical skills and successfully completing assessment tasks. Independent practice of IPA transcription and SVOCA language analysis is also strongly encouraged.
Participation requirements
Attendance at the intensives at the beginning and end of the semester is compulsory.
Students must attend 80% of the workshops during the semester.
Required IT skills
This unit involves online meetings in real time using the Blackboard Collaborate tool.
Blackboard Collaborate provides a virtual classroom or meeting room where you can communicate in real time with your lecturer and other students. To participate verbally, you will need a good qulaity headset and microphone. For best audio quality we strongly recommend a microphone and speaker headset. For more information, and to test your computer using the online system, please visit the LearnOnline Student Help and click on the link to Blackboard Collaborate.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
