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Speech & Language Therapy

University of Galway · 4-year course
€42,000 Starting salary
1384.4% 5-year ROI
0.4y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €12,000 over 4 years, Speech & Language Therapy at University of Galway has a 5-year ROI of 1384.4%, with graduates earning around €53,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (GY503) was 533 (2025).

Speech & Language Therapy graduates from University of Galway report a graduate employment rate of around 93%, good career progression, very high demand for these skills in Ireland.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for Speech & Language Therapy graduates include HSE, Enable Ireland, Brothers of Charity, University Hospital Galway, Private Practice.

One of the best investments in Irish education. Fast payback and excellent returns.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Speech & Language Therapy graduates from University of Galway start above the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 1% more than the national average.

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