Speech and Language Therapy BSc - Bachelor's Degree
Communication is much more than just language. In theSpeech and Language Therapy Bachelor’s program at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, you’ll learn to provide professional support to people with language, speech, voice, and swallowing disorders, as well as hearing impairments – from diagnosis through therapy to rehabilitation.
You’ll help people improve their communication skills and enhance their ability to participate in daily life. To do this, you’ll combine medical, therapeutic, and scientific knowledge with hands-on training and develop the professional, methodological, and personal skills needed for a career as a speech-language therapist.
Practice Safely in the SkillsLab
At the SkillsLab – the only one of its kind in Austria – you’ll practice diagnostic and therapeutic methods using state-of-the-art technology. This allows you to gain practical experience in a safe learning environment before applying your knowledge in your daily professional practice.
Hands-on experience from the very beginning
Starting as early as the second semester of the Speech and Language Therapy Bachelor’s Program you’ll gain valuable experience in various fields of speech-language therapy through professional internships. This allows you to gradually apply your theoretical knowledge in practice.
Support people of all ages
As a speech-language therapist, you work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. In the Speech and Language Therapy Bachelor’s Program, you’ll learn to identify various types of speech and language disorders and treat them on an individual basis.
Help people rediscover their voices.
Start your Speech and Language Therapy Bachelor’s Degree at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences and support people on their journey towards better communication and a higher quality of life.
Special Features of the Program
Speech Therapy combines medical expertise, therapeutic methods, and scientific research. In the Speech and Language Therapy Program, you will gradually develop the skills needed to provide professional support to people and make well-informed therapeutic decisions.
Work Together Across Professions
Speech-language therapists work closely with various healthcare professionals. That's why, even during your Speech and Language Therapy Bachelor's Degree, you'll learn to plan treatments in collaboration with other professionals and provide holistic care to patients.
More Than Just a Training Lab
The SkillsLab is also available to you outside of class. Here, you can independently deepen your understanding of diagnostic and therapeutic methods and conduct empirical research as part of your Bachelor's thesis in Speech and Language Therapy.
Practical experience in many fields of work
During your professional internships, you’ll become familiar with various institutions in the health care, social services, and education sectors. This will allow you to gain experience in a wide range of speech-language therapy practice settings and develop a broad understanding of everyday professional life.
Vaccination Recommendation
To complete the required professional internships in healthcare facilities, full vaccination coverage is required in accordance with the current vaccination recommendation issued by the Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care, and Consumer Protection for healthcare personnel. This is to protect patients, fellow students, and staff. Students who cannot provide proof of the recommended vaccinations may not be assigned an internship or may only be assigned a limited number of internship placements, which could result in a longer duration of study. CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences provides support in clarifying individual cases.
Details about the Program
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Level of qualification
Bachelor
ECTS credits
180
Tuition fees*
€ 363.36 / Semester
ÖH (Austrian Student Union) fee
€ 26.20 / Semester
Qualification awarded
Bachelor of Science in Health Studies
Duration of study
6 Semester
Language of instruction
German
CU Campus
Klagenfurt
Dates Info Box
Winterterm 2027
01.11.-15.03.27
The semester starts in October - we only offer intake in winterterm!
The start of lectures can be found in the individual timetable which is available after enrollment.
Monday to Friday full-time and partly on Saturdays
An overview on our upcoming events can be found here.
You are interested in a personal (online) study consultation or would like to receive more information on the degree program? Click on the buttons below this checkbox to learn more.
Language of Instruction: German (min C1)
Application essentials:
More information on the application process, admission requirements and necessary documents can be found here.
* Tuition for non-EU/EEA citizens: €500 + €26.20 ÖH fee (per semester)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the “Speech and Language Therapy” Bachelor’s Degree
Is the Speech and Language Therapy Program a good fit for me?
If you’re passionate about language, communication, and medicine, and you enjoy working with people, you’re well-suited for the Speech and Language Therapy Bachelor’s Program. The ability to work well in a team, dedication, and a willingness to grow personally are particularly important.
How does the admission process work?
The admissions process consists of a written placement test, a medical evaluation, and a personal interview.
Where can I work after completing my Speech and Language Therapy Degree?
Graduates of the Bachelor's Program in Speech and Language Therapy work in a variety of settings, including health care, social services, and education, as well as in hospitals, therapy and rehabilitation centers, and as independent practitioners.
Professional expertise and state-of-the-art facilities — “To ensure that graduates of the Speech and Language Therapy Bachelor’s Program receive a scientifically sound, methodologically competent, and high-quality education, we rely on the professional expertise of our faculty and, of course, state-of-the-art facilities and the ongoing development of the program. Our students find all of this in the Speech and Language Therapy Bachelor’s program at CU Carinthia University of Applied Sciences.”
Book an online information session
During the online information sessions, the program directors or academic directors provide detailed information about the program. Topics include course content, internships, admission requirements, and potential career prospects.
Julia Schwarzl-Lever, BSc, MSc
Head of Speech and Language Therapy
+43 5 90500 3580
j.schwarzl-lever(at)cuas.at
INFORMATION & APPLICATION
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Sonja Nagelschmied, B.A.
Program
Administration +43 5 90500 3301
admin_gs_klu(at)cuas.at
Tamara Stotter, B.A.
Program
Administration +43 5 90500 3501
admin_gs_klu(at)cuas.at
On Foot
From Klagenfurt Central Station, you can reach the campus “Klagenfurt Mitte” in about 25 minutes on foot (2.5 km). The route takes you across the station plaza toward the city center and then along St. Veiter Straße to the grounds of the Klagenfurt Regional Hospital.
From the Heiligengeistplatz bus station, you can reach the campus in about 15 minutes (1.2 km) on foot. The route takes you along Wiesbadener Straße toward Neuer Platz, then continues along Kramergasse, Alter Platz, and Wiener Gasse to Heuplatz. From there, continue along St. Veiter Straße. After about 600 m, you’ll find the entrance to the Klagenfurt State Hospital grounds on your left.
The university building is marked as Building No. 24 on the Klagenfurt State Hospital map.
By public transportation
From Klagenfurt Central Station, you can reach the campus by taking line A or 4 to the “Morogasse” stop. From the station building, turn left toward the bus station.
Lines A and 4 also take you to the campus from the Heiligengeistplatz bus station.
By car
Coming from Villach or Wolfsberg, take the A2 Südautobahn and the Klagenfurt Nord bypass to the Klagenfurt Nord/Feldkirchen exit. Then follow Feldkirchner Straße toward the city. At St. Veiter Ring, turn left, and then turn left again at the intersection with St. Veiter Straße. After about 600 m, you’ll see the entrance to the Klagenfurt State Hospital grounds on your left. The university building is on the left.
Coming from St. Veit, you can reach the campus via the S37 Klagenfurt Expressway, which leads directly onto St. Veiter Straße. Follow the road until you reach the entrance to the Klagenfurt State Hospital grounds. Our university building is on the left.
By Plane
There are several airports in the area to choose from:
- Klagenfurt: approx. 10-minute drive
- Ljubljana (Slovenia): approx. 1 hour 10 minutes by car
- Graz: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes by car
- Salzburg: approx. 2 hours 30 minutes by car
- Trieste and Venice (Italy): approx. 2 to 3 hours by car
- Vienna: approx. 3 hours 30 minutes by car
- Munich: approx. 4-hour drive
The rest of the journey to the “Klagenfurt Mitte” campus is then made by train, bus, taxi, or car.