Communication is a vital aspect of what it means to be human, and hearing is critical to communicating effectively. Audiologists experts in the non-medical management of hearing disorders play a key role in assisting those with hearing impairments to successfully engage with society.

This course will provide you with the skills, knowledge and training you'll need to practice as a qualified clinical audiologist. It will develop your skills in assessment strategies, rehabilitation and habilitation of the hearing impaired, as well as provide you with training in research design.

Key Features

• You'll have the opportunity to study within the state-of-the-art Macquarie University Speech and Hearing Clinic and the Australian Hearing Hub alongside industry experts.
• You'll have access to the world's first child magnetoencephalography facility.
• This course will provide you with practical experience in a range of clinical placements including at our on-campus facilities, hospitals, government agencies, and community and not-for-profit organisations.
• You'll learn from a wide variety of guest lecturers who are experts in their fields.
• There's a robust job market for audiologists in Australia.

ACCREDITATION

During the course, you will complete a minimum of 250 clinical experience hours as defined by the professional body, Audiology Australia. This criterion accompanied with satisfaction of the core knowledge and competencies permits admission to Audiology Australia.

With an aging population and advances in hearing device technology, audiology is a rapidly growing profession.

There are a range of employment opportunities for an audiologist including working in:

• Private practices, hospitals, medical centres
• Hearing and speech clinics
• Schools, universities, and community outreach settings
• This degree is a recognised qualification in a number of countries and you may be able to travel and work overseas. There is currently a very strong demand for qualified audiologists both in Australia and overseas.