About the course The University of Western Australia is the only Australian university that offers a combined PhD and master's degree in audiology that can be completed over four years. Audiology is the clinical science involving the prevention, assessment and rehabilitation of hearing loss and associated communication disorders. The clinical audiology course is an intensive full-time program with tuition divided between intensive modules and clinical placements. The intensive modules require full-time attendance, equivalent to 40 hours per week, over their whole duration, which is usually seven weeks. Clinical placements are managed by the Clinical Coordinator, and students can expect to be placed in external audiology clinics for around 500 hours across the degree.
Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy at The University of Western Australia
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Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy at The University of Western Australia
Study Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy at The University of Western Australia, a PhD degree offered across its Main Site and Mainsite campuses in Perth, Australia. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 4 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
About Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy at The University of Western Australia
Entry Requirements
Admission Requirements (1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a) an honours degree of at least 2A level, or a qualification recognised as equivalent by the Board of the Graduate Research School (the Board) and the Faculty; and (b) satisfied the requirements of Doctor of Philosophy Rule 2;(2) A current National Police Certificate, National Criminal History Check or equivalent certification from country of residence, indicating no criminal conviction. The currency of a National Police Certificate or a National Criminal History Check is 12 months.
English Program Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place. Graduate applicants require at least two successful years of full-time or equivalent degree studies undertaken in Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States of America. Applicants presenting with the IELTS Academic require an overall score of at least 7.0 and no band less than 7.0. For more information visit ELC requirements. ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency
Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy
Career Pathways
Many audiologists are involved in research, helping to develop new behavioural and electrophysiological test techniques, cochlear implants, hearing aids and hearing health therapies. Some audiologists work in community and workplace settings including programs aimed at reducing the prevalence and impact of middle ear disease in rural and remote aboriginal communities, newborn hearing screening programs and hearing conservation programs in industry.Employment prospects for Audiologists who graduate from UWA are excellent, both within Australia and overseas.
Fee Information
Application Fee 150
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Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy at The University of Western Australia
The University of Western Australia
Australia, Perth