At University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, MA/MS in Speech-Language Pathology is offered as a master's degree in Speech & Language Therapy programme. The programme runs for 27 months, delivered on campus. Tuition is CAD 3,709 per semester for local students.
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Speech & Language Therapy
Duration: 27 months
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 3,709 / semester
Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This Master of Speech-Language Pathology is a full-time, 27-month professional program combining academic coursework with extensive clinical training. Students address a broad range of speech, language, social, swallowing, learning, and communication disorders through classroom and laboratory instruction paired with six clinical placements, each lasting five to six weeks and together totalling more than 1,000 hours, including at least 350 hours of supervised direct client contact as required by regulatory bodies. Placements take place both in Saskatoon and at external sites. The program is distinctive in Canada for its focus on the communication needs of Saskatchewan's rural, remote, and Indigenous communities, with an emphasis on cultural humility woven through coursework and clinical training. Graduates are prepared to meet entry-to-practice requirements, including preparation for the Canadian entry-to-practice examination for speech-language pathologists. The program suits individuals interested in assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan, and it is structured as a practice-oriented credential leading directly to professional certification rather than an academic research degree.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Admission requires a four-year undergraduate degree (120 credits) and a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% in the most recent 60 graded credit units. Prerequisite courses (70%+ each, 75% overall average, 3 credits each): Human Anatomy or Neuroanatomy, Indigenous Studies, Introductory Linguistics, Introductory Phonetics, Psychology, and Statistics. Applicants complete the CASPer test and a personal statement (max 300 words), and must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. English proficiency (if applicable): TOEFL minimum 4.5/6.0 per component (combined minimum 5.0), or IELTS minimum 8/9 listening and 7.5/9 in speaking, reading and writing.
Application Details
Start Date:Fall term
Application Deadline:Mid-December (personal statement due January 18)
