Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)

Yes, JCU's Bachelor of Speech Pathology is accredited by Speech Pathology Australia, the federally recognised professional body representing speech pathologists in Australia. Completing the degree is equivalent to registration and graduates are eligible for Practising Membership with Speech Pathology Australia. Qualifications are also recognised in many countries, with a limited Mutual Recognition Agreement existing with the UK, USA, Canada, Ireland and New Zealand.

You will benefit from 800 hours of placement opportunities, including in rural and remote areas. You'll complete practical placements in urban, regional and remote areas, giving you the experience to work in any setting. Placements may be facilitated by public or private hospitals, health clinics, or disability services.

The Honours component is embedded in the fourth year of the degree and has two streams available. In the professional stream, small groups of students work collaboratively to conduct a research project within the field of speech pathology, present their findings and prepare a thesis. In the research stream, students work independently to conduct a research study in an area of interest within speech pathology, also presenting findings and submitting a thesis, which may be published in professional journals or presented at conferences. The professional stream supports postgraduate Master's study, while the research stream can be a pathway to a PhD or similar research qualification.

The minimum ATAR required is 70. Applicants must have completed English (Units 3/4, C) plus one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or Health (Units 3/4, C). Applicants with an ATAR of 73 and above are guaranteed entry provided they meet subject prerequisites, and those with an ATAR of 90 and above are guaranteed entry with all subject prerequisites waived.

The indicative annual Commonwealth Supported Fee for a full-time study load is approximately $9,940 (for 2026, subject to change). The course takes 4 years to complete full-time or 6 years part-time, though only Levels 1 and 2 can be completed part-time. Fee deferral options such as HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP, as well as scholarships, may be available to eligible students. A Student Services and Amenities Fee is also required.