University of Canberra Master of Speech Language Pathology Overview

Australia wide speech pathologists are in high demand. In just two years you could be on your way to assisting people to achieve their highest quality of life at work, home and socially; irrespective of age, disability or illness.  Canberra’s newly developed program is geared to providing you with the skills necessary to deliver quality speech pathology services.  A unique aspect of Canberra’s program is the inclusion of a foundation in business skills as many speech pathologists may elect to operate their own practice.

Study a Master of Speech Pathology at UC and you will:

• integrate and critically evaluate information required to deliver speech pathology practices
• apply entry-level competency based skills to deliver speech pathology practices
• interpret and communicate professional knowledge and skills in the delivery of speech pathology practices
• critique, synthesise and apply evidence from research and science to inform speech pathology practices
• use advanced cognitive skills and abilities to understand and contextualise the inter-professional nature of the health profession, and its diverse cultural and social settings.

Entry Requirements

Bachelor degree or equivalent, with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 75%.  As this program is newly opened to International Students, Canberra is still working through the application process and requirements.  This page will be updated with information as it becomes available.

Clinical Work Experience

As part of the recent development of the UC Health Precinct and the UC Public Hospital you will have access to the latest clinical learning placements to complement your theoretical unit. You will complete around 40 weeks of placements.  Clinical placements will be available both locally and at regional centres.  This approach is both innovative and offers the potential to work with current partners to strengthen current opportunities and develop other future partnerships.

Professional Recognition in Canada

The Master of Speech Pathology has received full accreditation by Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).  Students will be able to register and work as a Speech Pathologist in Australia.

It is critical students understand the requirements needed to complete this process before licensing will be granted. KOM Consultants understand the process and requirements needed to enter the Speech Pathology / Therapy profession in Canada.

Contact KOM Consultants for more information

All students applying directly through KOM Consultants will be supported with the latest information on the accreditation process.