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CSCD1040: Introduction to Communication and Swallowing

2026 unit information

This unit explores development of communication and swallowing across the lifespan. The unit covers practice areas of speech, language, literacy, voice, fluency, cognition, hearing, and swallowing. Factors impacting typical development are discussed in addition to the influence of diversity and culture.

Unit details and rules

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Medicine and Health

Study level Undergraduate
Academic unit Communication Sciences
Credit points 6
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Semester 1 2026
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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