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Speech and Language Therapy

Massey University
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #19
Tuition USD 32,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,766 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 12 months
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Palmerston North, New Zealand
Language English

Program Overview

The Speech and Language Therapy at Massey University is a Master programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Speech and Language Therapy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 32,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,766 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Speech and Language Therapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Evidenced-Based Practice in Speech and Language Therapy
  2. Critical and Current Issues in Speech and Language Therapy
  3. Theoretical Issues in Speech and Language Therapy
  4. Research Methods in Professional Practice

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission to the Master of Speech and Language Therapy requires that you will:

  • meet the University admission requirements, and:
  • have been awarded or qualified for the Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy
  • equivalent having achieved at least a B grade average
  • have been awarded or qualified for the Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy (Honours) or equivalent having achieved at least a B grade average

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 32,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,766 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 32,350 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,766 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Massey University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Massey University

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Massey University

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Massey University(Māori:Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa) is apublicresearch universityinNew Zealandthat provides internal and distance education. The university has campuses inAuckland,Palmerston North,...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
  • Start Date Feb, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months