Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology)
University of Sydney
CRICOS provider number: 00026A TEQSA provider ID: PRV12057
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Speech pathologists assess and treat people who have a communication or swallowing disorder. Communication disorders include using and understanding language, voice, fluency, hearing, reading and writing.
This is a people-oriented profession which requires resilience and flexibility. Students are required to communicate fluently and effectively, in high-level spoken and written English.Areas of study
Anatomy, audiology, linguistics and language development, neurobiology, phonetics, psychology, research methods, speech pathology specialist areas (eg aphasia, cleft palate, dysarthria, dyslexia, stuttering, hearing loss).
Career opportunities
Speech pathologists work in health and community settings, including community health centres, disability services, hospitals, NGOs, mental health services, justice, private practice, schools, early intervention centres, public health, and rehabilitation centres.
Professional recognition
Accredited by Speech Pathology Australia.
Practical experience
Observation commences in first year and clinical practice starts in second year. Clinical education occurs in the on-campus clinic, hospitals, community health centres, developmental disability services, schools and specialist clinics. Clinical placements are arranged for students and are likely to occur in holiday periods. At least one placement will take place outside of the Sydney metropolitan area. Students are responsible for additional costs, such as accommodation and travel.
For general information on clinical placements, visit the University of Sydney website.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current University of Sydney fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Note: Special requirements and policies apply.
Inherent requirements: To successfully complete this course, a student must be able to carry out a list of inherent requirements outlined on the University of Sydney website.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: English Advanced
Guaranteed selection rank: This course does not have a guaranteed ATAR. For most applicants, the expected rank required will be 94.00 or higher.
Other applicants
Refer to the University of Sydney general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Sydney website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Global mobility/international experience
At the University of Sydney, every undergraduate student has access to global opportunities. These opportunities may include overseas field schools, global professional placements, and student exchanges (one-year, single semester and shorter-term durations) with more than 300 partner universities worldwide.
Open Learning Environment (OLE)
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