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Master of Speech Pathology Studies

Overview

Expand your theoretical knowledge and professional attributes while gaining the clinical and research skills necessary for a professional career in speech pathology.

The profession of speech pathology is focussed on the management of communication and/or swallowing difficulties. Communication problems may occur in the areas of speech, language, voice, fluency (stuttering), hearing or literacy.

Through this two and a half year full-time program, you'll complete advanced coursework to develop your understanding of practice and research, while enhancing the effectiveness of your clinical practice as a speech pathologist. You'll learn how to interview, assess, diagnose and treat a variety of clients with communication issues, ranging from speech impairments to problems with voice control, language, fluency, swallowing and eating.

You'll be taught by award-winning teachers, researchers and clinical educators who are among the best in Australia, and you'll gain the theoretical knowledge, professional attributes and clinical and research skills to confidently pursue a career helping people who have challenges with speech and/or swallowing. You'll develop your prior skills and knowledge to become a lifelong learner and critical thinker, which will enhance the effectiveness of your professional practice.

You'll complete supervised clinical placements throughout the program in a range of clinical settings, including hospitals, educational facilities, other healthcare organisations, private practices and UQ’s Speech Pathology clinics.

Location
St Lucia
Duration
2 years
Start Semester
Summer Semester (25 Nov, 2024)
Program Code
5228
AQF
Level 9
Location
St Lucia
Fees
A$64000
Duration
2 years
Start Semester
Summer Semester (25 Nov, 2024)
Semester dates for 2025 are yet to be confirmed
Program Code
5228
CRICOS Code
111199A
AQF
Level 9

Program highlights

Program highlights

  • Learn from leading teachers, researchers and clinical educators who are recognised as some of the best in the world.
  • Develop confidence in your professional abilities through supervised placements, including access to UQ's Speech Pathology Clinic.
  • Benefit from a program underpinned by over 50 years of experience in teaching and researching speech pathology.

80 in the world for English language and literature

QS World University Rankings 2023

1 in Queensland for English language and literature

QS World University Rankings 2023

Watch UQ Master of Speech Pathology Studies Simulation Clinic on YouTube.

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Work placements
  • Online study
  • Research experience
  • Fieldwork

Placements and work experience

You will undertake supervised clinical practice in a range of clinical settings that includes hospitals, educational facilities, other health care organisations, private practices and UQ's internal clinics. During placements, students will have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge acquired through coursework and research to practice and develop their clinical skills in real life settings.

You will undertake a variety of sessional practical experiences from year one before commencing full time clinical placement blocks during year two.

Clinical placements may be outside of the Brisbane metropolitan area where you will be required to fund your travel, accommodation and daily living expenses.

Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet the placement requirements.

What you'll study

At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:

  • Introduction to Speech Pathology Practice for graduates
  • Voice, hearing and fluency disorders
  • Articulation and phonological disorders and clinical practice
  • Early childhood language

Career possibilities

Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Speech pathologist
  • Paediatric speech pathologist
  • Speech and language pathologist
  • Speech and language therapist 

Program accreditation

The Master of Speech Pathology Studies is accredited by:

  • Speech Pathology Australia

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

  • a bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity. Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements.
  • a bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity. Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements.

Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications

Study in fields such as health, humanities, education, social, physical, or biological sciences is recommended.

English language requirements

IELTS overall 7; speaking 8; reading 7; writing 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 27.

PTE Academic - Overall 72, listening/reading/writing minimum 72, speaking 82.

CES - Overall 185, listening/reading/writing minimum 185, speaking 200.

BE and OET are not accepted.

 

There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

Learn how to meet the English language requirements

Inherent requirements

To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply.

Learn about inherent requirements

Student visas

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Speech Pathology Studies are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).

There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.

Learn more about student visas

Need help meeting the entry requirements?

We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program.

If you haven’t completed the prerequisites, we can help.

Learn about pathway options

Additional application information

Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on this website.

For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2022 was 4.96.

Additional application information

Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on this website.

Fees and Scholarships

Indicative annual fee

Approximate yearly cost of tuition (20 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

$42,200

2024

$42,200

2024

Learn more about postgraduate fees

Approximate yearly cost of tuition (20 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

AUD $64,000

2024

AUD $64,000

2024

Learn more about postgraduate fees

Additional costs

  • Annual CPR re-certification (approximately $80 per year)
  • Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
  • First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $130 renewed every 3 years)
  • A clinical uniform shirt is required and may be purchased through the School.
  • Costs for vaccinations and serology are the responsibility of the student and will vary based on individual and program requirements.

Government assistance

Financial aid

As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.

Learn more about financial aid

FEE-HELP

Domestic students who are accepted into the Master of Speech Pathology Studies pay tuition fees.

FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.

Learn more about FEE-HELP

Centrelink support

Scholarships

You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:

How to apply

Important dates

The closing date for this program is:

  • To commence study in Summer - August 31 of the year of commencement.

To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.

Important dates

The closing date for this program is:

  • To commence study in Summer - Applications open on 1 September of the year preceding commencement and close on the 31 August of the year of commencement.

To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants

For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.

Contact the ATSIS Unit

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