Speech and Language Pathology

Overview

Speech pathologists work with people who have communication and swallowing disabilities. 

They have a particular focus on helping children aged 0-5 who have developmental speech and language difficulties; providing specialist support to school-aged children and adolescents with language, learning, and reading difficulties; implementing rehabilitation programs with adults who have had a brain injury; supporting children and adults with complex medical, developmental and acquired conditions such as autism, cleft palate and dementia with communication and swallowing; and working with a variety of professionals in optimising their voice and vocal skills.

Key features 

• In the Speech and Language Pathology program at Macquarie University, you'll have the opportunity to study within the state-of-the-art Macquarie University Speech and Hearing Clinic alongside industry experts.

• You'll gain experience in multidisciplinary and holistic approaches to communication and swallowing disabilities.

• You'll have opportunities to undertake extensive supervised clinical placements to develop your skills in assessment of, and intervention for, individuals with developmental and acquired communication and swallowing disabilities.

• You'll undertake a diverse range of coursework units and clinical experiences with a focus on the application of linguistics to communication disability.

Career Opportunities

Job prospects within Australia are excellent, you will be qualified to practice as a speech pathologist in a variety of settings including schools, hospitals, community health centres, and private practice.

Accreditation

This degree is fully accredited by the Speech Pathology Association of Australia.