All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
AQF Diploma or equivalent;
Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
University Preparation Course;*
Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
International students are required to provide an English language test approved by ECU with a score equivalent to an IELTS Academic overall minimum score of 7.5 (no individual band less than 7.0). Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.
Minimum English standard requirements for this course may also be satisfied with one of the following:
Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
University Preparation Course;
Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
Aboriginal Student Intake Test;*
AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree; or
Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent).
Most of us take communication for granted, but for people with a disorder, it's a daily challenge. Thankfully, a trained Speech Pathologist can make a huge difference to the quality of someone's life.
Speech Pathologists provide diagnostic assessment and management of disorders of communication and swallowing for people of all ages, from babies to the elderly. They work with a wide range of problems like stuttering, voice problems, language disorders and physical and intellectual disabilities.
If you are passionate about communicating, have an interest in helping people across the lifespan, this might be a career for you. Speech Pathology includes science, communication and being creative in planning therapy.
One of the best things about studying Speech Pathology at ECU is starting your practical experience in your first year. And with our smaller student cohort and greater personal attention you’ll receive from our experienced lecturers, it’s the best way to start your new career.
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Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code, Unit Title, Credit Points
SPE1100, Evidence-Based Practice in Speech Pathology, 15
PSY1101, Introduction to Psychology, 15
SPE1102, Language Across the Lifespan, 15
MHS1101, Anatomy and Physiology 1, 15
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code, Unit Title, Credit Points
MAT1114, Introductory Statistics, 15
SPE1101, Professional Standards and Competencies, 15
SPE1103, Language Models and Analytical Frameworks, 15
MHS1102, Anatomy and Physiology 2, 15
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code, Unit Title, Credit Points
HST2122, Health Research Methodology, 15
SPE2104, Analysis of Sensorimotor Systems, 15
SPE2210, Impact of Communication and Swallowing Disorders, 15
PSY1115, Psychology of Motivation and Emotion, 15
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code, Unit Title, Credit Points
SPE2103, Analysis of Speech and Language, 15
SPE2205, Speech Pathology Assessment: Standard Tests, 15
IAS3110, Indigenous Australians, Cultural Competence and Speech Pathology, 15
SPE2106, Treatment Principles, 15
Note: SPE2103 should be completed concurrently with SPE2205. If the units are undertaken in different semesters, SPE2103 should be completed before enrolling into SPE2205.
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code, Unit Title, Credit Points
SPE3128, Neurogenic Language and Cognitive Communication Disorders, 15
SPE3106, Management of Speech and Language Disorders, 15
SPE3107, Clinical Practicum 1, 15
SPE3112, Language Difference: Implications for Clinical Practice, 15
Note: SPE3128 and SPE3106 should be completed concurrently with SPE3107. If units are undertaken in different semesters, SPE3128 and/or SPE3106 should be completed before enrolling into SPE3107.
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code, Unit Title, Credit Points
SPE3105, Management of Sensorimotor Disorders, 15
SPE3125, Assessment and Management of Swallowing Disorders, 15
SPE3108, Clinical Practicum 2, 15
SPE3110, Professional Issues in Speech Pathology, 15
Year 4 - Semester 1
Unit Code, Unit Title, Credit Points
SPE4244, Disability and Communication, 15
SPE4110, Clinical Practicum 3, 30
SPE4155, Evidence Based Decision Making in Speech Pathology, 15
Year 4 - Semester 2
Possible future job titles
Speech Pathologist
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
Students who have a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 per cent or higher across the first three years of their Bachelor course may be invited to enrol in the Honours program. Students will need to transfer into the Honours course prior to commencing.
Insurance/year: 530 AUD/per year
