Master of Speech Pathology Studies (MSpPathSt)
Information valid for students commencing 2019
Duration
2.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2019
Semester 2 (22 Jul, 2019)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
40
Program code
5228
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - April 30 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Email: enquiries.shrs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4506
Online enquiry: click here
Duration
2.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2019
Semester 2 (22 Jul, 2019)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
40
Program code
5228
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Applicants must hold a bachelor degree and have completed university level studies in statistics and one of either linguistics, psychology, or physiology.
Please see additional application information (under the 'How to apply' tab) for further details on entry requirements.
Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2018 was 5.15.
CRICOS Code: 002057M
English Proficiency
IELTS 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 PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.Pearsons - 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. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - April 30 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Master of Speech Pathology Studies?
Speech Pathology focuses on the management of communication and/or swallowing difficulties. Communication problems can occur in the areas of speech, language, voice, fluency (stuttering), hearing or literacy.
A speech pathologist assists people of all ages, from children to adults, who present with communication problems due to developmental delays, disease or injury such as stroke, hearing loss, traumatic brain injury, and intellectual disability. They also work with clients who have feeding or swallowing problems.
Study the Master of Speech Pathology Studies at UQ and you will learn from award-winning teachers, researchers and clinical educators who are among the best in Australia. This program will give you the theoretical knowledge, professional attributes, and clinical and research skills necessary for a career in speech pathology.
What you can study
This program is conducted full-time over 2.5 years (5 semesters), beginning in July (Semester 2) of each year. The first semester introduces students to the profession of Speech Pathology and its key concepts. Subsequently, students will focus on the integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical skills, including clinical practicums that focus on paediatric and adult assessment and rehabilitation across a range of different practice areas and settings.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Speech Pathology Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Students undertake over 550 hours of 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.
Students will undertake a variety of sessional practical experiences from year one before commencing full time clinical placement blocks during year two.
Students may be required to undertake clinical placements outside of the Brisbane metropolitan area and students are required to fund their travel, accommodation and daily living expenses.
This program has pre-placement requirements which must be met prior to commencement of the program or a placement course. Further details can be found on the Placement Ready website.
Research component
The program incorporates advanced training in clinical reasoning and independent research. Students may opt to undertake a research project in their final year.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - April 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Applicants must hold a bachelor degree and have completed university level studies in statistics and one of either linguistics, psychology, or physiology.
Please see additional application information (under the 'How to apply' tab) for further details on entry requirements.
Entry is competitive based on GPA with a limited intake capacity.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2018 was 5.15.
Additional application requirements
The application closing date has been extended until 30 April 2019
To be considered for enrolment, an applicant must:
- hold a bachelor degree; study in fields such as health, humanities, education, social, physical or biological sciences is recommended.
- if the bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years prior to program commencement, have subsequently completed a postgraduate qualification, or a minimum of 8 units/4 courses of university level study.
- have successfully completed, within the 10 years prior to program commencement, the following university level study:
- 2 units (1 course) in statistics; and
- 2 units (1 course) in either linguistics, psychology, or human physiology.
Suitable UQ pre-requisite courses
| Statistics | STAT1201 or PSYC1040 |
| Psychology | PSYC1020 or PSYC1030 |
| Linguistics | LING1000 or LING1005 |
| Human Physiology | BIOM2011 or BIOM2012 |
Further courses from UQ and other universities will be assessed on an individual basis. Contact the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences for more details.
This program has pre-placement requirements which must be met prior to commencement of the program or a placement course. Further details can be found on the Placement Ready website.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 002057M
English proficiency
IELTS 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 PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.Pearsons - 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. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - April 30 of the year of commencement.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Annual CPR re-certification (approximately $60 per year)
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $155 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.
What you can do with a Master of Speech Pathology Studies
Careers
Speech pathologists work in many different settings, including:
- Services for people with specific disabilities such as cerebral palsy, intellectual impairment, autism or hearing impairment
- General, paediatric and adult hospitals
- Rehabilitation centres
- Preschool, kindergarten and child care settings
- Schools
- Community health centres
- Private practice
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Speech Pathology Australia
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- Speech Pathology Australia
Program rules for the Master of Speech Pathology Studies
To complete the Master of Speech Pathology Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Speech Pathology Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
