Acquired Language Disorders

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
SPTH 1011
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Course ID
208160
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of AH & HP
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Maria Kambanaros
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

The aim of this course is to apply evidence-based research to advance student's understanding of the cognitive-linguistic foundations for the assessment and clinical management of acquired language disorders. Study of the neurologic basis for speech, language and cognitive behavior, etiology, symptomatology, assessment, and management of aphasia, right hemisphere disorders, ethical cultural and professional issues associated with language and communication disorders; critically evaluate the evidence for impairment and functional approaches to aphasia treatment; use of the International Classification of Function as a model of disability on the consequences of aphasia.

Course learning outcomes

  • Formulate and justify evidence-based assessment and treatment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with acquired language disorders
  • Evaluate and synthesise assessment data and client factors to plan evidence-based management for acquired language disorders using the International Classification of Function.
  • Formulate and justify evidence-based assessment and treatment for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) individuals with acquired language disorders
  • Demonstrate knowledge of innovations including use of technology and applications in aphasia therapy and management.
  • Interact with a simulated/non simulated client with aphasia and critically reflect on own skills, and interprofessional practice.

Availability

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
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Enrol by date
Fri 21/08/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 50975
Section
Section LE01
Size
Size 70
Available
Available 19
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
5 Aug - 23 Sep Wednesday 1:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East ,
14 Oct - 11 Nov Wednesday 1:10pm - 3pm Adelaide City Campus East ,
Class number
Class number 50976
Section
Section TU01
Size
Size 35
Available
Available 19
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 24 Sep Thursday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Bonython Jubilee, BJ3-55
15 Oct - 12 Nov Thursday 1:10pm - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Bonython Jubilee, BJ3-55
Class number
Class number 50977
Section
Section TU02
Size
Size 35
Available
Available 0
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 24 Sep Thursday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Bonython Jubilee, BJ3-55
15 Oct - 12 Nov Thursday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Bonython Jubilee, BJ3-55

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed all of SPTH1003 Head, Neck and Brain/SPTH1007 Child Language and Literacy Disorders

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed HLTH2058 Acquired Language Disorders at the University of South Australia

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