Language is at the heart of human life. Its study is crucial to our understanding of ourselves as individuals, as members of society and as a species. At Reading, one of the top 10 universities in the UK for Aural & Oral Sciences (Complete University Guide, 2018), we offer you the opportunity to study all aspects of this most complex form of human behaviour.

Speech and language therapists (SLTs) assess and treat people who have speech, language and communication problems. They also help people who have difficulty eating or swallowing. SLTs work in a range of settings, including hospitals, schools, community health centres and clients' homes.

These courses are ideal if you have an interest in psychology and communication. Our BSc Speech and Language Therapy degree is an exciting four-year pre-registration programme for those wishing to qualify as speech and language therapists. Alternatively, if you don't necessarily want to become an SLT, our BSc in Language Sciences and Psychology will enable you to explore the human mind and communication.

With our staff actively engaged in world-class research, you will benefit directly from discoveries made in areas such as linguistics, psychology, language development, language pathology and bilingualism. Additionally, a high proportion of staff are practising speech and language therapists, giving you a direct insight into the latest developments in clinical practice.