Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
| 2026-01-01 | - |
| 2027-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)
Overview
The Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) is a four-year undergraduate degree that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to become a qualified speech pathologist. The program is accredited by Speech Pathology Australia and prepares graduates for a career in speech pathology, working with individuals with communication and swallowing difficulties.
Entry Requirements
- ATAR: 70
- English (Units 3/4, C) plus one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, or Health (Units 3/4, C)
Course Structure
The program consists of four years of full-time study, with the option to complete Levels 1 and 2 part-time. The course includes:
- 800 hours of professional placements in urban, regional, and remote areas
- Study of speech pathology theory and practice, anatomy, linguistics, psychology, medicine, education, and communication
- Development of highly specialized theoretical and practical knowledge in speech pathology
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) are eligible for Practising Membership with Speech Pathology Australia and can work in a variety of settings, including:
- Hospitals
- Community health services
- Schools
- Private practice
- Rural and remote areas
Fees and Scholarships
- Estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee: $9,720.00
- A variety of scholarships are available to suit different student types
Inherent Requirements
Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviors that must be demonstrated during the learning experience to successfully complete the course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviors preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession.
Real-World Experience
The program provides students with real-world experience through professional placements and the opportunity to work with real clients under the supervision of caring professionals.
Research Areas
The program emphasizes health promotion, particularly in remote and Indigenous communities, and trains students to think and work holistically, incorporating the "bigger picture" of their client's health and lifestyle into their professional practice.
Honours Component
The Honours component is embedded in the Bachelor of Speech Pathology and provides students with the opportunity to further develop their research skills. The Honours component has two streams available: a professional stream and a research stream.
Student Profile
The student profile for the Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) includes information on the demographics of students who have been offered a place in the program.
Adjustment Factors
James Cook University applies bonus ranks under the Regional Preference Scheme and QTAC's Educational Access Scheme (EAS). Learn more about JCU's adjustment factors.
Pathways to JCU
JCU Prep provides a pathway into this course. Enrolling in this flexible program will enable students to meet entry requirements, including subject prerequisites and ATARs. Introductory academic subjects are also available to prepare students for tertiary study.