SLT-10005 - Module Specification
School of Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

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 regarding the anatomy, neuroanatomy and physiology involved in communication and eating, drinking and swallowing. 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 provide students with knowledge relating to the anatomy and physiology of key structures of the head, neck, and upper aerodigestive tract relevant to speech, language, hearing and swallowing. Students will gain an understanding of how these key structures allow us to communicate and swallow efficiently, as well as understand how a breakdown within these systems might impact our ability to communicate and swallow. This knowledge will provide the foundation for understanding clinical concepts related to speech, language and swallowing disorders.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Outline typical anatomy and physiology related to communication, eating, drinking and swallowing: 1
Describe the anatomical basis of speech, language, and swallowing disorders: 1
Describe the basic organisation of the central and peripheral nervous system involved in the control of language, movement and sensation.: 1
Explain the key components of the bedside neurological examination and outline the anatomical bases of common abnormal neurological signs.: 1

Study hours

30 tutor led hours which includes:
~ 15 hours of lectures
~ 9 hours of workshops
~ 4 hours asynchronous learning
~ 2 hours assessment preparation
~ 84 hours of independent study
~ 36 hours of assessment study and prep

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment