- ATAR 75.00
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- 4 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Ipswich
- Feb
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- AUD 9,312
- (Indicative annual fee)
- Ipswich 936371
Overview
- Study the Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) at UniSQ and be ready to make a difference in the lives of others. Speech pathologists assess and treat infants, children and adults with a wide range of developmental, congenital and acquired delays and disorders in speech, language, voice, fluency, multimodal communication and swallowing.
- Be guided by experienced academics and industry experts to ensure you’re prepared to deliver care to people in various communities, particularly high need areas such as regional, rural and remote practice, Indigenous and low resource communities.
- Learn to work closely with other health professionals to deliver comprehensive health care plans that improve the lives of those living with communication disorders.
- Be equipped to help patients with a multitude of health care needs. Develop essential skills in a range of courses designed to prepare you for the demands of the speech pathology, from clinical learning in communication and swallowing through to understanding digital health delivery.
- Benefit from the opportunity to complete your honours in one of two ways:
- The practice pathway focuses on industry partnerships and addresses everyday practice topics.
- The research pathway allows you to create an individual research project (this pathway is dependent on GPA).
Regardless of which honours pathway you choose, you will be eligible to apply for entry into a higher degree by research.
Changing lives
Life is short and I want to do some good while I’m here. Speech pathology is all about communication, swallowing, and practicing compassionate care – changing lives for the better.
Joshua - Speech Pathology
Career outcomes
- Graduate with a high-quality theoretical and clinical learning experience ready for professional practice as a speech pathologist.
- Find job opportunities in private practice (independently and in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary teams) as well as in schools and early learning settings, government agencies, non-profit organisations, universities, health and wellbeing settings, disability services, rehabilitation, palliative care, intensive care and neonatal intensive care, community health, mental health, juvenile justice, and accent modification.
Professional accreditation
The Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) is pending accreditation by Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) under the 'Qualifying' classification. During this qualifying period, graduate cohorts are ineligible for certified practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia. 'Provisional' accreditation is awarded when UniSQ's Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) achieves accreditation for the first time.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours), you must successfully complete 32 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Degree requirements
As part of the degree, you will need to complete practical placements. Placements in industry provide professional experience, putting the theory into practice, and opportunities to start networking with potential employers.
All students must be able to meet the physical and other professional requirements of practical placements within this degree.
Entry requirements
There are many ways to be considered for entry into a UniSQ degree based on your education, work experience and relevant personal attributes.
Select the highest level of education you have or will be completing to find the entry requirements that applies to you.
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
Subject pre-requisites:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
- one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Psychology (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent.
Please note: Meeting entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Places within this degree are limited by quota. Quota size is determined by the availability of placements. Where the quota is filled, no further places will be offered.
This information applies if you’ve previously completed or started higher education study at university.
If you’ve done any study at UniSQ or another university, you may be eligible to apply based on your previous studies. We’ll use the best selection rank from your previous studies when assessing your application.
If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you can use your Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) awards of:
- certificate III
- certificate IV
- diploma or
- advanced diploma
to apply to study with UniSQ.
We will review your academic history to determine if you’re eligible for admission. We’ll convert your TAFE or VET qualification, past school results and any relevant work experience into a selection rank. This selection rank will determine which degrees you meet the entry requirements for.
If it’s been over two years since you completed secondary education and you haven’t pursued any vocational education training (VET) or higher education since, you’re still eligible to study at UniSQ.
You don't need to have an ATAR or come straight from high school to study at uni. Your work experience and other adjustment factors may help you meet UniSQ's entry requirements.
Let us help you navigate through our entry options – start a conversation, whenever suits you.
All applicants
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- Minimum overall score of 8.0, with a minimum of 8.0 in speaking and writing, and a minimum of 7.5 in reading and listening.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Explore the ATAR/selection rank of students offered a place in this degree in the first 2025 intake, based entirely or partly on their ATAR. To learn more about the backgrounds of students in this degree, access the QTAC website via the How to apply section.
Ipswich
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 99.60
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 84.30
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 75.00
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet these requirements throughout your studies.
Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities, and knowledge that you must be able to demonstrate to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree.
If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to an Accessibility Support Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.
Review the inherent requirements for this degree.
You will need to provide the following documents prior to commencing any clinical placement:
- Blue Card or Working with Children Check
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Workers Screening Card
- Australian Federal Police Check certificate
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) certificate
- First Aid certificate.
Plus evidence of the following immunisations:
- Hepatitis B immunisation evidence
- Measles, Mumps and Rubella immunisation evidence
- Varicella immunisation evidence
- Pertussis immunisation evidence
- Influenza immunisation evidence
- Tuberculosis Risk Assessment
- COVID-19 vaccinations as directed by health services.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
Placement courses may incur some additional costs, including uniform and equipment, transport to and from venues and, in some instances, living expenses, particularly for placements in rural and remote settings
Payment options
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP is a government loan scheme that allows you to defer payment until your income reaches a certain threshold. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Services Australia.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
Apply to study this degree via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Copy the QTAC code for the study location you've chosen for this degree.
- Click on the location you’ve chosen in the below table to take you to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Select 'Apply Now' to create a QTAC account.
| Location | QTAC Code |
|---|---|
| Ipswich | 936371 |
Please note: Meeting entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Places within this degree are limited by quota. Quota size is determined by the availability of placements. Where the quota is filled, no further places will be offered.
As places are limited in this degree, applications may close early if all places are filled for a specific intake.
This degree has one intake per year. Start your study in Trimester 1.
| Study period | Application closing date | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 16 February | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
More information on application key dates is available.
There are several special admission schemes that use adjustment factors to boost your ATAR or selection rank with additional points, to improve your chances of getting into your preferred degree.
You may be eligible for these admission schemes based on:
- your background and personal circumstances
- where you live
- the subjects you studied at school.
You do not have to apply for these adjustments as they will be automatically applied by QTAC when your application is assessed.
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
The documentation you need to provide with your application depends on your qualifications.
If applying through QTAC, you will also need a Unique Student Identifier which is your individual education number for life.
Follow our easy instructions to discover further information on applying to study that’s right for you.
QTAC will send you an email if you have received an offer. To respond to your offer, log in to the QTAC application portal.
Information regarding QTAC key dates for when offers will be made is available.
Didn’t receive an offer? Don’t worry – you may just need to update your preferences.
Find out more
Connect with us - start a conversation, whenever suits you.
Frequently asked questions
To become a speech pathologist in Australia, you need to complete a university degree accredited by Speech Pathology Australia (SPA). UniSQ’s Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) is a four-year, full-time program that blends classroom learning and professional placements so you can build the skills to support people with communication and swallowing needs.
After graduating, you’ll be eligible for full membership with SPA, which allows you to practise as a qualified speech pathologist across Australia in health, education, community, and private practice settings.
UniSQ’s Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) is fully accredited with Speech Pathology Australia, ensuring your qualification is nationally recognised. You’ll learn in a flexible and supportive environment with opportunities for clinical placements in hospitals, schools and other allied health settings.
With 5/5 stars* for teaching quality and student support in health degrees, UniSQ gives you the confidence and practical skills to step into a fulfilling career helping individuals and communities communicate more effectively.
* Good Universities Guide, 2025
For UniSQ’s Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours), the ATAR requirement is usually in the mid-70s. Entry cut-offs can vary slightly each year depending on demand and applicant numbers.
If you don’t meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options you can explore, so you can still work towards a career in speech pathology.
For further information, please view the entry requirements section of this degree.
In Australia, the terms speech therapist and speech pathologist are used interchangeably. Both refer to qualified professionals who assess and treat communication and swallowing difficulties.
At UniSQ, graduates of the Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) are recognised as speech pathologists, eligible for SPA membership, and can work under either professional title.
You may be asking yourself ‘is a psychology degree hard? A speech pathology degree is academically challenging because it combines health science, linguistics, psychology, and clinical practice. At UniSQ, you’ll also complete supervised placements where you’ll work with real clients under professional guidance.
Many students find the degree rewarding and engaging, as it balances classroom learning with hands-on experience. With UniSQ’s supportive environment and approachable teaching staff, you’ll be guided step-by-step to manage the demands of study.
