Postgraduate Speech Science

The Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Speech Science (PGDipSpchSci) provides the opportunity for advanced study and research in Speech Science. It is relevant to practicing Speech Language Therapists with a Bachelors degree, or others who wish to study the area from other disciplines. It can be made up of (non clinical) Speech Science courses but may include courses from Psychology, Linguistics, Physiology, Audiology, Speech Science or Engineering.

There is considerable flexibility in this degree so that people completing the PGDipSpchSci can have a programme of study that suits their specific interests. This degree should not be used as a part-time entry into the MSLTPrac degree.

The Masters (by thesis only) in Speech Science involves one year of study. Students complete a 120 point thesis on a Speech Science related topic. The MSc(SpchSc) can be completed full time in one year or part time in two years.

Students interested in thesis research should approach the Head of Speech Science (Associate Professor Suzanne Purdy). Entry into the programme is dependent on grades and supervisor availability . Theses can be supervised in a wide range of areas related to speech science and speech language therapy clinical practice.

For more details on both qualifications see Faculty of Science Speech Science.

Both qualifications are intended for graduates with bachelor degrees who are interested in speech related areas. In addition, hey would be relevant to practising Speech Language Therapists with a bachelor's degree. Relevant backgrounds are: linguistics, psychology, audiology, engineering, education, and computer science.

Postgraduate Diploma in Science (Speech Science)

For the Postgraduate Diploma (1 year) students take a total of 120 points.

Students should select a minimum of 60 points from (non-clinical) Speech Science courses, SPCHSCI 711, 712, 713, 721, 722, 723, 731, 733, 735, 736 and 743, 751 (Special Topic) 753 (Special Topic), 754 (Special Topic), and 752 (Research Project).

The remaining 60 points may be taken from approved 700 level courses in Psychology, Physiology, Audiology, Linguistics, Speech Science, Computer Science or Engineering.

 There is flexibility in the selection of courses for the PGDipSci (SpchSci). Students are encouraged to meet with the Head of Speech Science to develop a programme of study that is consistent with their professional development and/or research objectives.

Master of Science (Speech Science)

Students complete a 120 point thesis on a Speech Science related topic.

Find more information on Speech Science research

Further details on this programme are available by contacting:

Head of Speech Science
Associate Professor Suzanne Purdy
Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 82073
Email: sc.purdy@auckland.ac.nz

Administrator Speech Science
Mrs Sue O’Shea
Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 86886
Email: s.oshea@auckland.ac.nz

General enquiries about postgraduate studies in Psychology and enrolment should be directed to the Department’s Postgraduate Advisor:

Postgraduate Advisor
Larissa Isted
Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 88554
Email: l.isted@auckland.ac.nz

Graduates of universities overseas and/or those without New Zealand citizenship or permanent resident status should also correspond with the International Students Office:

International Students Office
Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 87556
Email: international@auckland.ac.nz