Bachelor of Speech Pathology
Edith Cowan University
Key Information
Campus location
Joondalup, Australia
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
8 semesters
Pace
Full time
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Introduction
Provides students with the skills necessary to assess, plan and treat people with communication and swallowing disorders in a range of different contexts.
The course is closely aligned with areas such as speech science, psychology, audiology, education, linguistics and allied healthcare.
Students with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 per cent or higher after the third year of study may be invited to complete an Honours programme within the fourth year. Those students will transfer to the Bachelor of Speech Pathology Honours for the fourth and final year.
Professional Recognition
Accredited by: Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)
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Curriculum
Course Details
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
SPE1100 | Evidence-Based Practice in Speech Pathology | 15 |
PSY1101 | Introduction to Psychology | 15 |
SPE1102 | Language Across the Lifespan | 15 |
MHS1101 | Anatomy and Physiology 1 | 15 |
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
MAT1114 | Introductory Statistics | 15 |
SPE1101 | Professional Standards and Competencies | 15 |
SPE1103 | Language Models and Analytical Frameworks | 15 |
MHS1102 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
HST2122 | Health Research Methodology | 15 |
SPE2104 | Analysis of Sensorimotor Systems | 15 |
SPE2210 | Impact of Communication and Swallowing Disorders | 15 |
PSY1115 | Psychology of Motivation and Emotion | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
SPE2103 | Analysis of Speech and Language | 15 |
SPE2205 | Speech Pathology Assessment: Standard Tests | 15 |
IAS3110 | Indigenous Australians, Cultural Competence and Speech Pathology | 15 |
SPE2106 | Treatment Principles | 15 |
Note: SPE2103 should be completed concurrently with SPE2205. If the units are undertaken in different semesters, SPE2103 should be completed before enrolling into SPE2205.
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
SPE3128 | Neurogenic Language and Cognitive-Communication Disorders | 15 |
SPE3106 | Management of Speech and Language Disorders | 15 |
SPE3107 | Clinical Practicum 1 | 15 |
SPE3112 | Language Difference: Implications for Clinical Practice | 15 |
Note: SPE3128 and SPE3106 should be completed concurrently with SPE3107. If units are undertaken in different semesters, SPE3128 and/or SPE3106 should be completed before enrolling into SPE3107.
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
SPE3105 | Management of Sensorimotor Disorders | 15 |
SPE3125 | Assessment and Management of Swallowing Disorders | 15 |
SPE3108 | Clinical Practicum 2 | 15 |
SPE3110 | Professional Issues in Speech Pathology | 15 |
Year 4 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
SPE4244 | Disability and Communication | 15 |
SPE4110 | Clinical Practicum 3 | 30 |
SPE4155 | Evidence-Based Decision Making in Speech Pathology | 15 |
Year 4 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
SPE4200 | Innovation and Speech Pathology | 15 |
SPE4111 | Clinical Practicum 4 | 30 |
SPE4109 | Professional Skills in Speech Pathology: Workplace Preparation | 15 |
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Program Outcome
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply broad discipline knowledge and theory to a range of speech pathology contexts.
- Communicate knowledge and ideas clearly, coherently and with independence.
- Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including developing capabilities in delivering culturally secure services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and self-awareness for own learning.
- Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate solutions in complex speech pathology contexts.
- Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex communication and swallowing conditions.
- Use digital technologies to access and evaluate information and to enhance speech pathology practice.
- Work collaboratively to initiate social, sustainable and ethical practices to achieve positive client outcomes.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Possible future job titles
Speech Pathologist.