Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)

About the course

The Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) prepares you for professional practice assessing and treating communication and swallowing difficulties across the lifespan. You will develop evidence-based clinical skills through supervised placements and learn to work with individuals and communities in varied settings. This undergraduate honours degree builds a strong foundation for entry-level speech pathology practice in Australia. The programme develops clinical skills, patient care fundamentals, and health sciences knowledge for registered practice pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can work as speech pathologists in a range of settings including public and private hospitals, community and rehabilitation centres, schools and early childhood services, aged care facilities, and private practice. Opportunities may also extend to research and academic environments supporting communication and swallowing health. This Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) supports professional careers in speech pathology services. Preparing graduates for nursing, allied health, and community care professional registration and graduate roles.

Living Costs in Rockhampton**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 20 - 26	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 441 - 583	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 674 - 891
Transportation (Daily) A$ 10 - 14	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 363 - 480

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)