Program Overview

Introduction to Logopedics Studies at the University of Turku

Logopedics is a field of science that studies communication and swallowing disorders, their manifestations, background factors, and rehabilitation. The University of Turku's logopedics degree program delves into normal speech, language, and interaction skills development, disorders, and logopedic diagnostics and rehabilitation.

Logopedics Basic Studies, 25 Credits

These studies introduce the field of logopedics, its key concepts, and the foundations of research and clinical work. The study module includes:

• Logopedics Basics, 5 credits
• Language and Life Cycle I, 5 credits
• Language and Life Cycle II, 5 credits
• Anatomy and Physiology in Logopedics, 5 credits
• Introduction to Bilingualism, 5 credits

The basic studies are offered as multiform studies in the University of Turku's cooperative educational institutions from September 2025 to December 2026.

Content and Curriculum

For detailed information on the study content, teaching and learning methods, and schedules, please refer to the study guide.

Studies in Cooperative Educational Institutions

The basic studies are available in the following institutions: Etel‰-Pohjanmaan kes‰yliopisto, Etel‰-Pohjanmaan opisto, Helsingin seudun kes‰yliopisto, H‰meen kes‰yliopisto, Jyv‰skyl‰n kes‰yliopisto, Kymenlaakson kes‰yliopisto, Linnasm‰en opisto, Porin seudun kansalaisopisto, Riveria kes‰yliopisto, Tampereen kes‰yliopisto, Turun kes‰yliopisto, Tyˆv‰en Akatemia.

Enrollment and Payment Instructions

Please inquire about the studies and enrollment instructions from the institution providing the studies.

Student Story: Logopedics Offers a New Perspective on Teaching

Keywords

• Open University Studies
• Speech Therapy
• Communication
• Multilingualism
• Open Path
• Continuous Learning
• University of Turku

Logopedics as a Subject at the University of Turku

The University of Turku's logopedics degree program provides a comprehensive education in logopedics, covering normal speech, language, and interaction skills development, disorders, and logopedic diagnostics and rehabilitation. The program is suitable for those aiming for a career in logopedics and for those interested in continuous learning.