Bachelor of Health Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Students earning a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) study the human communication processes related to speech, language, hearing, and swallowing. Students in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences at UF will study normal communication across the lifespan, anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism, and get an overview of disorders related to speech, language, hearing, balance, and swallowing, as well as the clinical treatments associated with these disorders.​

Bachelor of Health science

Communication sciences and disorders

Explore the limited access CSD program

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Program formats

BHS-CSD plan of study and courses


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Applying to the BHS-CSD program

Current Students

Current students

Program information for current UF students interested in applying to Communication Sciences and Disorders program.

Transfer Students

Transfer students

Information for students transferring into UF who are also interested in applying to Communication Sciences and Disorders program.


A message from the department chair

Thank you for your interest in the University of Florida’s Bachelor of Health Science Program in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Because of our experienced, dedicated faculty we are able to provide students with the solid foundation necessary to be successful in graduate programs of speech-language pathology, audiology, or other related health fields. Our department is committed to your academic achievement and personal growth and look forward to helping you reach your potential through our challenging curriculum and diverse opportunities related to research, clinical observations and student organizations.

Charles Ellis is a professor and chair of the UF College of Public Health and Health Professions’ department of speech, language, and hearing sciences.

Dr. Charles Ellis