Master of Speech and Language Pathology
Allied Health
A course by
University of Canterbury
A professional master's programme offering clinical and academic training to become a speech language pathologist/therapist, accredited in New Zealand.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Ilam, Christchurch
It will take a total of 2 years
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Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology
Gain the skills and knowledge necessary to practice as a speech language pathologist/therapist, including assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders.
Understanding of Communication and Swallowing Disorders
Develop expertise in the diagnosis and management of speech, language, voice, fluency, hearing, and swallowing disorders across the lifespan.
Evidence-Based Practice
Apply evidence-based practices and clinical research to inform and improve clinical decision-making.
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP) at the University of Canterbury is a graduate-entry qualification designed for those looking to qualify as speech language pathologists/therapists. The programme covers clinical linguistics, evidence-based practice, neuroscience, speech and language development and disorders, hearing, swallowing, fluency, voice, and professional practices. The hands-on approach includes experiential clinical practice and is accredited by the New Zealand Speech–language Therapists' Association.
Course Content
- Clinical linguistics
- Evidence-based practice
- Introductory neuroscience
- Speech and language development across the lifespan
- Speech and language disorders
- Typical and atypical hearing
- Swallowing disorders
- Fluency disorders
- Voice disorders
- Professional practice
- Audiologic assessment and management (HEAR663)
- Speech sound disorders (SPSC621)
- Language disorders in children (SPSC623)
- Clinical linguistics and phonetics (SPSC661)
- Fluency disorders (SPSC662)
- Professional studies and clinical practice
- Neuroscience of communication and swallowing (SPSC667)
- Dysphagia – diagnosis and management (SPSC669, SPSC674)
- Aphasia and related disorders (SPSC670)
- Evidence-based practice for complex communication disorders (SPSC675)
- Applied research and clinical practice
- Spoken and written language disorders in educational settings (SPSC672)
What you need to know first
A completed bachelor's or master's degree (any field) with at least a B Grade Point Average or equivalent
At least one 100-level (or higher) Statistics course
Proof of English (IELTS Academic average at least 7.0, no band less than 6.5, for non-native English speakers)
Approval to enrol by the Amo Matua, Pūtaiao | Executive Dean of Science or delegate
Selection based on academic merit, statement of interest, and interview
Possible vaccination requirements for some courses
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Allied health
Speech language therapy
Healthcare
Future employment opportunities might be
Speech language pathologist/therapist in healthcare, education, or community settings
Specialist allied health roles in hospitals, schools, or private practice
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