Bachelor Honours Degree Speech Therapy Full Time

Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)

at James Cook University · Townsville, Queensland

CRICOS course code

094679G

CRICOS provider code

00117J

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$195,809 total

Per year

A$48,952/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) at James Cook University prepares students to assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan. The four-year honours degree combines theoretical learning with hands-on experience, ensuring students build deep knowledge in areas such as linguistics, language development, speech science, and clinical practice.

Australian bachelor honours degrees are typically structured over eight semesters, with core and elective units of study accumulating the total credit points required for graduation. In this honours stream, students undertake advanced subjects in speech-language pathology, research methodology, and evidence-based practice. The final year usually features a research thesis or capstone project, fostering independent investigation skills, and integrating academic learning with research inquiry.

A key feature of the course is work-integrated learning, which includes substantial supervised professional placements in a variety of clinical settings such as hospitals, community health, and education environments – building practical skills and industry connections. Students gain proficiency in assessment and intervention techniques for different client populations, multicultural communication, ethics, and interprofessional collaboration—essential for contemporary Australian health and education sectors.

This course is ideal for those passionate about human communication and eager to support individuals with speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing needs. Graduates are equipped for both clinical practice and research pathways. International students must demonstrate English proficiency and can confirm entry requirements and course details on the official university page. Opportunities for professional placements, post-study work rights (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485), and 48 hours per fortnight of work rights while studying, make this course well-suited for launching a rewarding career in Australia’s allied health industry.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Speech Pathologist in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, private practices, and community health
School-based Speech Pathologist supporting students with communication needs
Roles in disability services and aged care facilities
Research assistant or positions in health promotion and advocacy
Opportunities in regional, rural, and urban health sectors across Australia

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) at James Cook University?

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$195,809 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Speech Pathologist in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, private practices, and community healthSchool-based Speech Pathologist supporting students with communication needsRoles in disability services and aged care facilitiesResearch assistant or positions in health promotion and...

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