Bachelor of Speech Pathology (BSpPath)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2034
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Speech Pathology.
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2012*
4/95.5
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
727002 - B Speech Pathology
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 7322
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Email: enquiries.shrs@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4506
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2034
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Speech Pathology.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 001965E
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; listening 7; speaking 8. View the English proficiency policy.
View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 28100
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Bachelor of Speech Pathology?
Speech pathologists assess and treat disorders of communication in areas such as speech, voice, language and fluency.
Clients include children who fail to develop normal communication and people who acquire communication problems as a result of disease or injury such as stroke. A person's ability to communicate may also be impaired because of disabilities such as hearing loss, brain damage, intellectual disability, stuttering, malfunction of the speech or respiratory organs, or emotional disturbances. In addition, speech pathologists work with clients who have feeding or swallowing problems.
Speech pathology is closely associated with medicine, education and rehabilitation.
What you can study
The first two years of the program focus on basic studies in anatomy, linguistics, physiology, psychology, medical specialties and statistics. In first year, an emphasis on normal communication forms the reference point for second-year studies in the description and analysis of communication disorders. Students explore the areas of voice, fluency, hearing, speech, language and oral functioning.
Third and fourth years are case/problem-based and integrate understanding of communication disorders with the assessment and management of clients.
Academic studies are complemented by supervised clinical practice in a wide variety of settings.
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Speech Pathology.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Speech Pathology
Placement courses
Block clinical placements occur in the third and fourth years of the undergraduate program. These placements are of six weeks duration and are conducted on a full-time basis. Students are placed in clinics according to previous clinical experiences. Some students may be required to take up clinical placements outside the Brisbane metropolitan area and are expected to fund these placements independently. A range of locations for placements is utilised depending on availability, and allocation of students to these placements will be as equitable as possible. Students will only be placed within Queensland. It may be possible to arrange accommodation at local nursing quarters for a minimal cost. Overseas placements are not available.
Students are required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing clinical placements in second year. For information on obtaining a Blue Card, contact the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.
Students are required to complete a prescribed schedule of immunisations and to hold a current first aid and CPR certificate.
Research component
In years three and four all students learn statistics and research techniques but those enrolled in honours undertake different courses to those taken by pass degree students.
Honours
Honours is a modified program of study in year 3 and 4, with entry based on grade point average.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
727002 - B Speech Pathology
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note: this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum. IELTS minimum of 8 in the speaking band and 7 in all other bands is required.
Students are required to provide proof of immunisation against certain diseases, including hepatitis B before the commencement of study.
A Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and a Blue Card are also required before the commencement of clinical practice.
Further details of these requirements will be provided with offer material.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 001965E
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; listening 7; speaking 8. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 7322
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 28100
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approx $155)
- A clinical uniform shirt is required and may be purchased from the School.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology
Careers
Graduates work in many different settings including:
- General, paediatric and geriatric hospitals;
- Community health centres and agencies;
- Rehabilitation units;
- Preschools, kindergartens and childcare programs;
- Centres for the hearing impaired and intellectually disabled;
- Private practice;
- Industrial and government institutions.
To find out more about where a career in Speech Pathology can take you, visit the www.uq.edu.au/health/careers
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Speech Pathology Australia
- Speech Pathologists Board of Queensland.
Accreditation body
- Speech Pathology Australia
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Speech Pathology
To complete the Bachelor of Speech Pathology, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #64 from Part A of the BSpPath List. For honours, a student is required to obtain #64 taking a modified program as listed in Part B of the BSpPath List. Refer to BSpPath rules for further information.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Speech Pathology.
