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 | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park | International: $122,200 | No |
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