Master of Speech and Language Pathology

About the course

Macquarie’s Master of Speech and Language Pathology is a postgraduate coursework degree designed to prepare you for professional practice as a speech pathologist across paediatric and adult settings. You’ll build clinical and theoretical capability through on-campus learning in the Speech and Hearing Clinic and extensive supervised placement experience, supported by expert academics and active clinicians. This master’s degree focuses on contemporary speech pathology practice.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles as speech pathologists working with children and adults across communication, language, voice, fluency and swallowing-related needs. Career paths commonly include private practice, hospitals and health services, disability and community organisations, schools and early intervention programs, and rural or outreach services. This Master of Speech and Language Pathology supports entry into professional speech pathology practice in diverse clinical settings.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)