In this subject, students will learn about acquired neurogenic language disorders with a focus on (i) language deficits that occur following stroke and in progressive language conditions and (ii) cognitive-communication deficits that occur following Traumatic Brain Injury. Students will learn about the consequences and impact of acquired neurogenic language impairments using current theoretical perspectives and develop holistic, client driven and evidenced-based approaches to assessment and intervention or service responses for these communication needs.
Unit details and rules
Unit code | CSCD5075 |
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Academic unit | Communication Sciences |
Credit points | 6 |
Prohibitions
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None |
Prerequisites
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CSCD5064 and CSCD5067 |
Corequisites
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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Brain anatomy, neurology, and physiology |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Elise Bogart, elise.bogart@sydney.edu.au |
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