Master of Speech Language Therapy Practice (MSLTPrac)
Allied Health
A course by
University of Auckland
A two-year, full-time, clinical master's degree preparing graduates to practise as speech-language therapists, with significant placements in health, education, and special school settings.
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In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 2 years
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Core skills this course teaches
Gain specialist knowledge required for speech-language therapy
Understand anatomy, physiology, linguistics, and acoustics relevant to human communication and swallowing disorders.
Develop clinical assessment and intervention skills
Use a range of approaches and technologies to assess, diagnose and treat communication and swallowing disorders in people of all ages.
Apply theory to professional practice
Integrate theoretical knowledge in real-world clinical settings through placements and practical tasks.
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Speech Language Therapy Practice (MSLTPrac) at the University of Auckland is a clinical qualification enabling graduates to practise as speech-language therapists in New Zealand or internationally. The programme features a fixed, two-year, cohort-based structure, combining academic study in areas such as anatomy, physiology, linguistics, and acoustics with significant practical clinical placements in health, education, and special school settings. It is accredited by the New Zealand Speech-language Therapy Association.
Course Content
- Academic coursework in anatomy, physiology, linguistics, and acoustics
- Application of theory to clinical practice
- Techniques and technologies for assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders
- Research dissertation
- Clinical placements in health, education, and special school settings
What you need to know first
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as psychology, linguistics, health sciences or education
Meet University of Auckland postgraduate and clinical entry requirements
Competitive entry process
Find these employment opportunities
Speech-language therapist in health, education, and community settingsClinical work in hospitals, special schools, rehabilitation facilities, and early intervention teams
