Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)

Entry requirements Entry requirements Entry requirements (year 12) Pre-requisites Units 3 and 4, a study score of at least 30 in English. Units 1 - 4: a study score of at least 25 in one of Chemistry, Physics, Biology, any Maths, Health Education or Physical Education. The course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Guaranteed ATAR This course has a guaranteed ATAR. If you meet the course pre-requisites and any 'Essential Requirements for Admission', we will guarantee you a place in this course with this ATAR. We use the adjusted ATAR, factoring in subject adjustments and SEAS as detailed below. Subject Adjustments A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate pointes per study. Overall maximum of 5 units. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Federation University Australia SEAS information and the Federation University Australia website. Entry requirements (non year 12) Applicants with Higher Education Study: Successful completion of a any AQF level 7 bachelor's degree with GPA 5.0 and above OR Completion of at least 8 units in any AQF level 7 bachelor's degree with a GPA 6.0 and above. Cognate degree (Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Education (any), Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Speech Pathology) will be given preference. Applicants with VET study: Successful completion of a cognate Diploma (Nursing, Education) and: At least one year of full-time work experience in relevant field; Meets the VCE English and Maths and/ or Science requirement or equivalent. Entry into this course is competitive with only a limited number of places available at each campus. The volume of applications received exceed the number of places available and therefore meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee an offer. Federation students who complete the first year of the Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Bachelor of Education, or the Bachelor of Nursing may be given preference. All applicants will be ranked on the basis of past academic performance and relevant work experience. Inherent Requirements English language requirements Overall Academic IELTS band score of 8, with no band less than 8, or equivalent. Extra requirements Essential requirements for enrolment or graduation: Immunisation Compulsory: Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status. Full up-to-date immunisations are required. Required vaccinations are as per: Vaccination for Healthcare Workers Vic Dpt Health Working with children check. Compulsory: Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au Police record check Compulsory: Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/content.asp?Document_ID=274 Immunisations Compulsory: Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to provide evidence of current immunisation status. NDIS Work Screening Test: Compulsory: Applications will be required to undertake a NDIS Work Screening Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. Mask Fit Testing: Compulsory in some settings: Applicants will be required to complete mask fit testing prior to undertaking professional placements in some settings Other: A study score of at least 25 in one of the following: Maths (any from units 1 -4), Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Health education or Physical Education. Inherent Requirements How to apply How you apply will depend on your current situation - school leaver, tertiary background or life experience - and whether you're also applying for courses at other institutions. Visit our how to apply page to find out more. Ready to fill out your application? You might need these codes: VTAC application Yes VTAC code 3702411491, 3702412171 - Ballarat (flexible) 3701811491 - Berwick (on campus) 3702511491, 3702512171 - Gippsland (flexible) 3700711491, 3700712171 - Gippsland (on campus) 3700511491, 3700512171 - Mt Helen (on campus) Direct application Yes Federation University code ST8 Alternative pathways Applicants who complete the first year of either of the following Federation University degrees will be eligible for consideration: Bachelor of Physiotherapy Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Nursing Credit may be considered if you have already successfully completed higher education studies in a relevant area. Successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program such as the Federation University Foundation Access Studies Program does not meet the entry requirements for this course