SLT-10001 - Module Specification School of Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences
For academic year: 2025/26 Last Updated: 04 December 2025
SLT-10001 - Language acquisition and psychology for speech and language therapy
Coordinator: Meredith Stowers
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Programme/Approved Electives for 2025/26
Available as a Free Standing Elective
Co-requisites
None
Prerequisites
None
Barred Combinations
None
Description for 2025/26
This module will provide you with knowledge relating to typical language acquisition and the cognitive mechanisms and processes involved in language processing. This module provides you with core knowledge which underpins speech and language therapy practice and is essential for understanding clinical concepts relating to speech and language disorders.
This module aims to give students the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of typical language acquisition and the cognitive mechanisms and processes involved in language processing. Different theoretical approaches to language acquisition and development are explored. The typical sequence of psychological development and cognitive changes across the lifespan are examined. Additionally, psychosocial consequences of atypical language development are introduced.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Explain two different theoretical approaches to the study of language development.: 1Discuss the impact and relevance of key psychological developments in the early years on speech, language and communication.: 1Summarise key issues of the impact of communication difficulties on the psychological and social wellbeing of a person.: 1
Study hours
26 tutor led hours includes:~ 19 hours of lectures~ 3 hours of workshops ~ 2 hours of seminars~ 2 hours of assessment preparation~ 90 hours of independent study.~ 34 hours of assessment study and preparation
School Rules
None
Description of Module Assessment