Anatomy and Physiology for Speech and Swallowing

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
SPTH 2007
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Course ID
204934
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
2
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

In this course, students will expand on concepts learnt in Biosciences for Human Health A and B to explore in more depth, the anatomy and neurosciences specific to speech and swallowing, and the role of the central and peripheral nervous system in sensory and motor function. Students will learn to identify structural deficits, and predict the effects of impaired physiology on function to assist in clinical reasoning, practice and consultation in speech pathology. Additionally, students will be able to apply their acquired knowledge of specific anatomical and physiological features in relevant speech pathology specific cases.

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply relevant anatomical principles to describe head and neck structure and function, including its role in speech, swallowing and hearing.
  • Apply relevant anatomical principles to describe thoracic system structure and function, including its role in respiration and speech.
  • Apply relevant anatomical principles to describe nervous system structure and function, including its role in sensory and motor communication specifically to systems involved in speech, swallowing, vision, hearing and breathing.
  • Demonstrate skills in accurate observation and communication of anatomical structures or events and infer their relationship to function, including application of appropriate medical terminology.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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