Master of Speech and Language Pathology
Macquarie University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00002J
Speech pathologists work with people who have communication and swallowing disabilities. They particularly focus on helping children aged 0-5 who have developmental speech and language difficulties; providing specialist support to school-aged children and adolescents with language, learning and reading difficulties; implementing rehabilitation programs for adults with a brain injury; supporting those with complex medical, developmental and acquired conditions, such as autism, cleft palate and dementia, with communication and swallowing; and working with a variety of professionals in optimising their vocal skills. The Master of Speech and Language Pathology will prepare you for a rewarding career in speech pathology in which youll have opportunities to implement tailored services with individuals who have developmental and acquired communication and swallowing disabilities, and effect potentially life-changing outcomes.
Structure
Total Credit Points 160
Subjects
- SPTH8824 Lifelong Disability and AAC
- SPTH8830 Body Functions and Structures for Speech Pathology
- SPTH8831 Speech Pathology Clinical Practice 1
- SPTH8832 Speech Pathology Clinical Practice 2
- SPTH8833 Speech Pathology Clinical Practice 3
- SPTH8834 Speech Pathology Clinical Practice 4
- SPTH8835 Voice and Fluency Disorders
- SPTH8836 Speech and Language Disorders in Children
- SPTH8837 Speech and Language Disorders in Adults
- SPTH8839 Implementing Knowledge in Speech Pathology Practice
- SPTH8840 Advanced Professional Practice
- SPTH8841 Advanced Topics in Speech Pathology
- SPTH8851 Communication and Concepts for Speech Pathology
- SPTH8852 Swallowing and its Disorders
- SPTH8853 Discourse, Literacy, and Speech Pathology Practice
- SPTH8854 Multilingualism and Speech Pathology Practice
Standard entry requirements
Minimum admission requirements include: AQF Level 7 bachelors qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65 Recent successful completion of specified prerequisite units in Linguistics and Psychology at AQF Level 7
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park | Domestic: $67,600 International: $122,200 | No |
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