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About the course
This Master of Speech Pathology prepares you for professional practice supporting people with communication, language and swallowing difficulties. You’ll build expertise in assessment and evidence-based intervention, and develop the skills needed to work with individuals, families and communities. Supervised professional placements in education, health or community settings provide practical experience. This is a master coursework degree in Speech Pathology. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue roles as speech pathologists (speech therapists) working with children and adults with speech, language, communication or swallowing disorders. Employment settings can include hospitals and health services, community health, rehabilitation, disability and aged-care services, schools and early-intervention programs, and private practice. This qualification supports entry to professional work in Speech Pathology at master coursework level. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
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