Postgraduate
Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy
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Employment prospects for Audiologists who graduate from UWA are excellent, both within Australia and overseas.
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Research Training Program
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Higher degree by research – onshore students
Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.
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Admission requirements
If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.
Important note for applicants
Admission Requirements
(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 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.
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Course details
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Full-time only
- On-campus
- Semester 1
- Full-time students are expected to work at least 30 hours per week on their research throughout the year, in addition to their coursework commitments.
- Postgraduate
- 00840
- 033773D
Course structure
Postgraduate research degrees are identified by an intensive research component. Refer to the Handbooks for information on course rules.
Why study Clinical Audiology?
- You’ll develop your understanding of the professional practice in Clinical Audiology including recent developments, as well as knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to Clinical Audiology.
- Gain the cognitive skills to demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on theory and professional practice or scholarship, as well as the cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to your clinical practice.
- You’ll be equipped to generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level.
Course Accreditation
The Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Clinical Audiology is accredited by Audiology Australia. After completing their studies graduates are eligible to be an Audiology Australia member and undertake a one-year clinical internship. Once the Audiology Australia clinical internship has been successfully completed they become an Accredited Audiologist.
Shelley Li
Shelley Li
I considered many different allied health professions until I decided to pursue audiology. It was the perfect match for me, as it allows you to work closely one-on-one with your patients and clients. Studying the Master of Clinical Audiology at UWA had a tremendous impact on my career, as I felt fully prepared for the role of an audiologist after extensive clinical and theoretical training from the course.
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