Master of Speech and Language Pathology
- Degree Structure - Duration
- 2 years full-time
UC's Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP) is a graduate-entry professional qualification that enables you to practice as a speech language pathologist/therapist. Learn more about studying an MSLP through our Te Kaupeka Pūtaiao | Faculty of Science.
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The Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP) is a graduate-entry professional qualification to practice as a speech language pathologist/therapist. Students generally have a background in science, linguistics, engineering, psychology, education, or health sciences, and this programme provides an opportunity to enter the speech-language profession.
In the MSLP, you will study the areas of clinical linguistics, evidence-based practice, introductory neuroscience, speech and language development and disorders across the lifespan, typical and atypical hearing, swallowing, fluency and voice, and professional practice.
This hands-on programme includes experiential clinical practice.
The MSLP is accredited by Te Kāhui Kaiwhakatikatika Reo Kōrero o Aotearoa | New Zealand Speech–language Therapists' Association.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Speech and Language Pathology or use the admission requirements checker.
The final vaccination mandate ended at 11:59 pm on Monday 26 September 2022 which applied to health and disability workers. Some employers/placement sites may still require workers to be vaccinated due to health and safety. As such, some clinical placements may be restricted for those students who are not fully vaccinated.
Entry into the Master of Speech and Language Pathology is limited. You will need to submit a separate application form to Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing by 1 October. Late enrolments will be considered if places are still available.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
UC offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Speech and Language Sciences.
Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits, such as specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.
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The MSLP includes courses to a total of 240 points from Part I and Part II. You will need to complete all courses in Part I before proceeding to Part II.
The MSLP can be completed in 2 years full-time, or up to 4 years part-time.
For full requirements see the Regulations for the Master of Speech and Language Pathology.