Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By James Cook University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

36,680 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Anatomy and PhysiologyMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Anatomy and Physiology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Acquire a thorough understanding in the areas of anatomy, linguistics, and speech development and impairment. Apply your theoretical knowledge in a variety of settings through multiple practical placements. You will have the opportunity to complete placements in rural and Indigenous communities, as well as overseas. JCU Speech Pathology (Honours) graduates all develop research skills and are equipped with the advanced knowledge and skills required to excel in their field and change lives. Begin a life-changing career helping patients overcome communication and swallowing difficulties. JCU Speech Pathology graduates are equipped with specialised, job-ready skills to meet the unique needs of tropical, rural, and Indigenous communities. JCU Speech Pathology graduates have specialist skills and work with children and adults to promote speech and swallowing improvement. Graduates pursue careers in various areas including education settings, hospitals, community health centres, nursing homes, child care, mental health services, disability services, and private practice. This course is accredited by Speech Pathology Australia. Upon graduation, you will be eligible for Practicing Membership of Speech Pathology Australia.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Anatomy and Physiology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Acquire a thorough understanding in the areas of anatomy, linguistics, and speech development and impairment. Apply your theoretical knowledge in a variety of settings through multiple practical placements. You will have the opportunity to complete placements in rural and Indigenous communities, as well as overseas. JCU Speech Pathology (Honours) graduates all develop research skills and are equipped with the advanced knowledge and skills required to excel in their field and change lives. Begin a life-changing career helping patients overcome communication and swallowing difficulties. JCU Speech Pathology graduates are equipped with specialised, job-ready skills to meet the unique needs of tropical, rural, and Indigenous communities. JCU Speech Pathology graduates have specialist skills and work with children and adults to promote speech and swallowing improvement. Graduates pursue careers in various areas including education settings, hospitals, community health centres, nursing homes, child care, mental health services, disability services, and private practice. This course is accredited by Speech Pathology Australia. Upon graduation, you will be eligible for Practicing Membership of Speech Pathology Australia.

Admission Requirements

1020+
7+
65+
75.7+
6.5+
27+
94+
22+
Course pre-requisites: English (Units 3/4,C), plus one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or Health (Units 3/4,C). Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy.

4 Years
Feb

Domestic
8,425 AUD
International
36,680 AUD

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