Federation University
Master of Speech Pathology
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationPlay a crucial role in assessing and treating communication and swallowing difficulties at a post graduate level.
Speech pathologists study, diagnose and treat communication disorders, including difficulties with speech, language, fluency, voice and swallowing. You will work with people who have difficulty communicating because of developmental delays, stroke, brain injuries, learning disability, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, dementia and hearing loss, as well as other difficulties that can affect communication and swallowing. People who experience difficulties swallowing food and drink safely can also be helped by a speech pathologist.
This degree will develop your knowledge and practical skills in linguistics, language and healthcare as well as treatment and management options through coursework, clinical practice and complex case studies. Throughout the degree, you will also undertake practice education gaining valuable and relevant workplace experience.
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Mount Helen, Ballarat
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline (e.g. Health Science, Education, Nursing). Students who have completed Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Hons) are ineligible to apply for the Master of Speech Pathology (Graduate Entry) Program.
Extra requirements
- Working with Children (WWC)
- National Police Record Check
- Immunisations
- NDIS Work Screening Check
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Master of Speech Pathology will prepare you for the following roles.
Speech Pathologist
A Speech Pathologist works with clients to manage problems with speaking or swallowing. You might assess their needs and develop programs to improv...
Speech Therapist
A Speech Therapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, and communication disorders. You might work in hospitals, schools, or private...
Paediatric Speech Pathologist
A Paediatric Speech Pathologist assesses and treats speech, language, and communication disorders in children. You might work in hospitals, schools...
About Federation University
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