The University of Newcastle

Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Secure your future with highly specialised training, exciting placements and flexible outcomes.

When you study a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours), you are accessing the most comprehensive degree of its kind in Australia. Open up experiences and job opportunities like no other when you study this program.

Speech pathologists assess and treat children and adults with communication and swallowing disorders. This spans across developmental and acquired speech and language disorders, cleft lip and palate, voice disorders and stuttering.

Delivery mode

The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • University Dr, Callaghan

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Recommended studies:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics Advanced
  • English Advanced

Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.

English proficiency requirements

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement.

  • IELTS overall minimum - 7.0
  • IELTS section minimum - 7.0
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $160,360 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Full Fee Tuition:
$160,360
Enquire with The University of Newcastle to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $160,360 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) 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...

Avg yearly income $97,500
Entry barriers Low

Early Intervention Specialist

An Early Intervention Specialist supports young children with developmental delays or disabilities, helping them reach their full potential. You mi...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Language Specialist

Language Specialists are bilingual or multilingual business professionals who are dedicated to the communication process, especially across culture...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Researcher

Researchers are degree-qualified professionals who seek to discover new information and technologies in their field of expertise. It could be marke...

Avg yearly income $109,980
Entry barriers Low

Speech Therapist

A Speech Therapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, and communication disorders. You might work in hospitals, schools, or private ...

Avg yearly income $87,880
Entry barriers Low

Special Educational Needs Teacher

A Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher works with students who have diverse learning requirements, including physical, mental, or behavioural ne...

Avg yearly income $93,080
Entry barriers Low

Paediatric Speech Pathologist

A Paediatric Speech Pathologist assesses and treats speech, language, and communication disorders in children. You might work in hospitals, schools...

Avg yearly income $79,300
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Newcastle

A university of and for our regions, the University of Newcastle has delivered superior education and world-class research since 1965.

By working with our industry, community and government partners, we translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference – to our communities, our economy and our planet.

Dedicated to our core values of equity, excellence, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle is a globally recognised education institution committed to solving the world's greatest problems.