About the course

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. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Summer (November), 2024	St Lucia

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Queensland

a bachelor degree (or equivalent) and have completed university level studies in statistics and one of either linguistics, psychology, or physiology.

　　Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity.

　　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 2021 was 5.34.

　　Please see 'Additional application information' below for further details on entry requirements.

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

　　TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 27.

　　TOEFL PBT - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Queensland. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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