UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Speech Pathology Honours
Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) at Edith Cowan University is for students enrolled in ECU's Bachelor of Speech Pathology, with applications by invitation only based on academic performance in the first three years. The Honours year provides the skills necessary to assess, plan and treat people with communication and swallowing disorders in a range of contexts, and is closely aligned with areas such as speech science, psychology and audiology.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Practicum 7Follows the same first three years as the Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Evidence-Based Practice in Speech Pathology, Introduction to Psychology, Language Across the Lifespan, Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2, Introductory Statistics, Professional Standards and Competencies, Language Models and Analytical Frameworks in Year 1; Health Research Methodology, Analysis of Sensorimotor Systems, Impact of Communication and Swallowing Disorders, Analysis of Speech and Language, Speech Pathology Assessment, Cultural Responsiveness, Treatment Principles in Year 2; Neurogenic Language and Cognitive Communication Disorders, Management of Speech and Language Disorders, Clinical Practicum 1 and 2, Management of Sensorimotor Disorders, Assessment and Management of Swallowing Disorders, Professional Issues in Speech Pathology in Year 3), then an Honours fourth year: Clinical Practicum 3, Disability and Communication, Preparation of Honours Thesis Proposal
- Clinical Practicum 4, the Honours Research Project (Practicum 8). Accredited by Speech Pathology Australia (SPA). Total: 4 years full time, domestic students only, on campus at Joondalup
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Registered Nurse (Aged Care)ANZSCO 254412
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, assessed against ANMAC's standards.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Medical)ANZSCO 254418
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Mental Health)ANZSCO 254422
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Community Health)ANZSCO 254414
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Nurse PractitionerANZSCO 254411
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Requires advanced NMBA endorsement on top of standard registration.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
MidwifeANZSCO 254111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
PhysiotherapistANZSCO 252511
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Australian Physiotherapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Physiotherapy Council
Occupational TherapistANZSCO 252411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Occupational Therapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
DietitianANZSCO 251111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via a Dietitians Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Dietitians Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
This course is not available to international students. Entry is domestic only; international students should refer to the standard Bachelor of Speech Pathology.
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