Victoria University
Bachelor of Speech and Language Sciences/Master of Speech Pathology
City Flinders, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4.5F
Campus
Footscray Park (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Speech and Language Sciences/Master of Speech Pathology at Victoria University in City Flinders, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Speech and language therapy graduates register with the HCPC and work with children and adults with communication and swallowing difficulties in NHS, schools, care homes and private practice.
Student life (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
34,599
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
45.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
66.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£30,810
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Speech and Language Sciences/Master of Speech Pathology
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Speech and Language Sciences/Master of Speech Pathology topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Speech and Language Sciences/Master of Speech Pathology
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 88.15If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). Subject adjustment A study score of 30 in Biology, Chemistry, English other than EAL, Health and Human Development, any LOTE, any Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology or Texts and Traditions equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 35 in English as an Additional Language equals 5 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 20 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 88.15If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). Subject adjustment A study score of 30 in Biology, Chemistry, English other than EAL, Health and Human Development, any LOTE, any Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology or Texts and Traditions equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 35 in English as an Additional Language equals 5 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 20 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Higher Education Studies Completion of at least two semesters of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent) in Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Education or similar, or completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent) in any discipline. Second year entry Completion of at least two Higher Education semesters in one of the following courses at Victoria University: Bachelor of Health Science (HBHL) Bachelor of Applied Movement Sciences/Master of Physiotherapy (HCPT) Bachelor of Nursing (HBNB) Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery (HBMA) Bachelor of Human Nutrition (HBNT) Note: Meeting the minimum requirement for entry to second year does not guarantee entry. Places are limited and applicants will be competitively ranked based on their course WAM in their first two semesters of Higher Education study. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. VET Studies Completion of a relevant Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent) in the Health, and /or Community Services pathways or similar. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Senior Secondary Studies Applicants that completed an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English, plus a study score of at least 20 in two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics (any), Psychology, Sociology, Texts and Traditions, Health and Human Development, or LOTE (any). SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in two of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, any LOTE, any Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Sociology or Texts and Traditions. | Current Year 12 graduates NDIS checks Students must hold a valid NDIS worker screening check for their aged care placement. Applications for Victorian NDIS worker screening checks are made online directly to the Victorian Government. For more information please click this link - https://www.vic.gov.au/ndis-worker-screening-check Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Fitness for Practice Students must meet the inherent requirements https://www.vu.edu.au/study-at-vu/how-to-apply/inherent-requirements and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate and a record of immunisation, Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate. Please note that the University must comply with any pre-placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such the requirements may change. Immunisations Applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated and/or immune for the DoH specified preventable diseases, which is completed through blood testing for antibodies and/or a vaccination being given to be eligible for professional placements as part of this course. Flu vax to be completed yearly. For more information visit https://www.health.vic.gov.au/immunisation/vaccination-for-healthcare-workers Recent Year 12 graduates NDIS checks Students must hold a valid NDIS worker screening check for their aged care placement. Applications for Victorian NDIS worker screening checks are made online directly to the Victorian Government. For more information please click this link - https://www.vic.gov.au/ndis-worker-screening-check Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Fitness for Practice Students must meet the inherent requirements https://www.vu.edu.au/study-at-vu/how-to-apply/inherent-requirements and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate and a record of immunisation, Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate. Please note that the University must comply with any pre-placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such the requirements may change. Immunisations Applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated and/or immune for the DoH specified preventable diseases, which is completed through blood testing for antibodies and/or a vaccination being given to be eligible for professional placements as part of this course. Flu vax to be completed yearly. For more information visit https://www.health.vic.gov.au/immunisation/vaccination-for-healthcare-workers Applicants with Higher Education study NDIS checks Students must hold a valid NDIS worker screening check for their aged care placement. Applications for Victorian NDIS worker screening checks are made online directly to the Victorian Government. For more information please click this link - https://www.vic.gov.au/ndis-worker-screening-check Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Fitness for Practice Students must meet the inherent requirements https://www.vu.edu.au/study-at-vu/how-to-apply/inherent-requirements and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate and a record of immunisation, Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate. Please note that the University must comply with any pre-placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such the requirements may change. Immunisations Applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated and/or immune for the DoH specified preventable diseases, which is completed through blood testing for antibodies and/or a vaccination being given to be eligible for professional placements as part of this course. Flu vax to be completed yearly. For more information visit https://www.health.vic.gov.au/immunisation/vaccination-for-healthcare-workers Applicants with VET study NDIS checks Students must hold a valid NDIS worker screening check for their aged care placement. Applications for Victorian NDIS worker screening checks are made online directly to the Victorian Government. For more information please click this link - https://www.vic.gov.au/ndis-worker-screening-check Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Fitness for Practice Students must meet the inherent requirements https://www.vu.edu.au/study-at-vu/how-to-apply/inherent-requirements and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate and a record of immunisation, Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate. Please note that the University must comply with any pre-placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such the requirements may change. Immunisations Applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated and/or immune for the DoH specified preventable diseases, which is completed through blood testing for antibodies and/or a vaccination being given to be eligible for professional placements as part of this course. Flu vax to be completed yearly. For more information visit https://www.health.vic.gov.au/immunisation/vaccination-for-healthcare-workers Applicants with work and life experience NDIS checks Students must hold a valid NDIS worker screening check for their aged care placement. Applications for Victorian NDIS worker screening checks are made online directly to the Victorian Government. For more information please click this link - https://www.vic.gov.au/ndis-worker-screening-check Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Fitness for Practice Students must meet the inherent requirements https://www.vu.edu.au/study-at-vu/how-to-apply/inherent-requirements and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate and a record of immunisation, Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, First Aid certificate. Please note that the University must comply with any pre-placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such the requirements may change. Immunisations Applicants will be required to be fully vaccinated and/or immune for the DoH specified preventable diseases, which is completed through blood testing for antibodies and/or a vaccination being given to be eligible for professional placements as part of this course. Flu vax to be completed yearly. For more information visit https://www.health.vic.gov.au/immunisation/vaccination-for-healthcare-workers
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
34,599
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
45%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.
- Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital — an obsessive café culture, world-class street art, live music every night, top-tier restaurants and galleries, and a cosmopolitan energy that consistently ranks it among the world's most liveable cities.
What Students Love
- Rich arts & cultural scene
- Great café culture
- Diverse international food scene
- Active music scene
University Stats
Total Students34,599
Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1
International Students45%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
66%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£30,810
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Speech and language therapy graduates register with the HCPC and work with children and adults with communication and swallowing difficulties in NHS, schools, care homes and private practice.
- Speech and language therapy graduates register with the HCPC and work with children and adults with communication and swallowing difficulties in NHS, schools, care homes and private practice.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Sport
- Engineering
- Business
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Housing£821/mo
Food & Groceries£331/mo
Transport£86/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,429
Annual living costs£17,158/yr
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, City Flinders carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, City Flinders carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.