Over the four years of this degree, students gain the knowledge and skills to assist a wide variety of people with communication and swallowing disorders.
The Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours (BSLP(Hons)) is a highly regarded, professional degree accredited by Te Kāhui Kaiwhakatikatika Reo Kōrero o Aotearoa | New Zealand Speech-language Therapists’ Association (NZSTA). UC students are able to utilise excellent on-site resources including clinics and research facilities.
How do I plan my degree?
(1) Students must take one of the following: MAOR 165; TREO 110; TREO 111; MAOR 172; HLTH 106.
(2) Students can choose courses from other degrees to make up 120 points. Some courses are recommended: see the Regulations for the Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours.
Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points (or more).
The Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours requires a total of 480 points:
- At least 405 points of compulsory and fieldwork courses
- 15 points from a prescribed list of courses
- 75 points of courses in Science or from other degrees.
The degree takes 4 years of full-time study, or can be studied part-time for up to 8 years.
For study planning help, contact the UC Liaison Office | Te Rōpū Takawaenga o UC (new students) or a College of Science | Te Rāngai Pūtaiao Student Advisor (advancing students).
The Intermediate Year
Your first year, known as the Intermediate Year, comprises a minimum of 120 points or eight 15-point courses. The Intermediate courses may be taken in one full-time year of study or accumulated over more than one year.Note: You can commence the BSLP(Hons) mid-year in July (Semester 2). If you complete 90 points at 100-level (including STAT 101, CMDS 162, and CMDS 161) with a GPA of 5.0 before the start of the following semester in February (Semester 1), you may be admitted to the Professional Years of the BSLP(Hons) (subject to references and an interview). You will also be required to complete two additional 100-level courses during your Professional Years before completing the degree. The interview and reference checks can be completed before commencement of the 100-level courses. If you are not able to meet the above conditions then the Intermediate Year of the BSLP(Hons) will take an additional 6 months to complete (ie, 18 months, rather than 12 months) if you choose to begin your studies in July.
Limited entry into second year
Entry to the second year of the Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours is limited to students who have successfully completed their Intermediate Year with a B+ or better Grade Point Average, and have fluency in spoken and written English. Relevant work experience with people who have communication disorders may also be considered when selection decisions are made.
Applications for entry to the First Professional Year close on 1 October of the preceding year. Late enrolments will be considered if places are still available.
If you are unsuccessful in gaining a place in the first Professional Year, your completed courses can usually be credited to a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Health Sciences, or Bachelor of Arts.
The Professional Years
- First Professional Year courses focus on speech and language development and disorders, evidence-based practice, and audiology. You will gain practical experience working with a range of clients (which represents up to 25% of the year’s work).
- In the Second Professional Year, you will continue studying different types of communication disorders, work with practising therapists, and complete coursework in a hospital setting. This year your fieldwork increases to 30%.
- In the Third Professional Year, you will take more advanced courses and also complete research work. About half of your year will be based in the field, and you will spend more time taking responsibility for the assessment of clients and the planning, management, and evaluation of therapy programmes.
Contact us
For the full degree requirements, see the Regulations for the Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours.
For study planning help, contact the UC Liaison Office | Te Rōpū Takawaenga o UC (new students) or a College of Science | Te Rāngai Pūtaiao Student Advisor (advancing students).
For more information on facilities, resources, and staff, see the Te Rāngai Pūtaiao | College of Science.
For more general information, email [email protected] or freephone 0800 VARSITY (827 748).