Master of Speech Pathology 24 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Technology Sydney |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

64,580 AUDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

30 Nov, 2025Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Health/HealthcareMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Targeted at graduates aspiring to become speech pathologists, this two-year Master's course equips you with the clinical and professional expertise required for any work sector, including public and private health, disability, education, and aged care settings. It offers a blend of innovative, practice-oriented learning and cutting-edge digital technology advances in learning and in clinical practice.



Distinctive features include comprehensive training in telepractice and telesupervision, alongside preparation for emerging industry needs such as the use of Generative AI, increased capacity in working with multilingual populations, and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities. You will gain proficiency in addressing the evolving needs of the workforce, influenced by the private practice boom and initiatives like the National Disability Insurance Scheme.



You will develop through a mix of interprofessional coursework, hands-on clinical practice with diverse age groups, and research activities. The teaching methodology emphasises active engagement, utilising both in-person and remote clinical experiences to ensure a well-rounded skill set.



This postgraduate professional course prepares students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to work in speech pathology in the private and public sectors. Over the two-year course, students have the opportunity to use the latest digital technologies for health and education and learn about the business and professional aspects of speech pathology, including telepractice and telesupervision. They learn ways to prepare for changes to the workforce expected with the growth of the private practice sector, telehealth, the use of personal electronic health records, and the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Through a variety of learning experiences, students are immersed in meaningful interprofessional coursework, in-person and telepractice clinical work with children and adults, and clinical research.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Targeted at graduates aspiring to become speech pathologists, this two-year Master's course equips you with the clinical and professional expertise required for any work sector, including public and private health, disability, education, and aged care settings. It offers a blend of innovative, practice-oriented learning and cutting-edge digital technology advances in learning and in clinical practice.



Distinctive features include comprehensive training in telepractice and telesupervision, alongside preparation for emerging industry needs such as the use of Generative AI, increased capacity in working with multilingual populations, and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities. You will gain proficiency in addressing the evolving needs of the workforce, influenced by the private practice boom and initiatives like the National Disability Insurance Scheme.



You will develop through a mix of interprofessional coursework, hands-on clinical practice with diverse age groups, and research activities. The teaching methodology emphasises active engagement, utilising both in-person and remote clinical experiences to ensure a well-rounded skill set.



This postgraduate professional course prepares students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to work in speech pathology in the private and public sectors. Over the two-year course, students have the opportunity to use the latest digital technologies for health and education and learn about the business and professional aspects of speech pathology, including telepractice and telesupervision. They learn ways to prepare for changes to the workforce expected with the growth of the private practice sector, telehealth, the use of personal electronic health records, and the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Through a variety of learning experiences, students are immersed in meaningful interprofessional coursework, in-person and telepractice clinical work with children and adults, and clinical research.

Admission Requirements

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To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.



Applicants must have the following:



  • Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 4/7


AND



  • Communication skills, interpersonal skills, interest in speech pathology, and commitment to speech pathology as a career (assessed through an interview) AND For applicants with a speech pathology/speech therapy degree completed overseas, demonstrated motivation for repeating a speech pathology qualification (assessed through a personal statement)



Selected applicants are required to attend an interview to assess their communication skills, interpersonal skills, interest in speech pathology, and commitment to speech pathology as a career.



Professional and clinical requirements



All successful applicants are required to:



  • acquire a Working With Children Check and an Australian National Police Check
  • complete a series of NSW Health forms including a Code of Conduct
  • demonstrate evidence of protection against a number of specified infectious diseases



Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application



For applicants with a speech pathology degree completed overseas:



  • Personal statement demonstrating motivation to study the course and outlining reasons for repeating a speech pathology qualification.


Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

30 Nov 2025
2 Years
Feb

Domestic
44,430 AUD
International
64,580 AUD

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