Audiology students enjoying a break
Audiology students enjoying a break
What is Audiology?
Audiology is the clinical science concerned
with assessment, prevention and management of hearing and balance disorders.
What do Audiologists do?
Audiologists are involved in hearing and balance
assessment and rehabilitation. Hearing assessment usually involves
the use of a number of specialised tests which help to ascertain the
site or type of problem within the auditory system. Audiologists working
in this area often work closely with otologists (ear specialists). Aural
rehabilitation involves helping people with impaired hearing to cope
with their hearing difficulties. This work usually includes the fitting
of hearing aids or other devices such as the cochlear implant (Bionic Ear), training in the use of these devices and helping people to use
their vision and other compensatory mechanisms in order to communicate
effectively. This profession should be of interest to those with a scientific
background who are interested in working with people.
How can I become an Audiologist?
The Department of Otolaryngology offers a Master of Clinical Audiology degree, which is a two year full time course. Since 1998, the Master of Clinical Audiology degree has been required for entry to the profession.
Please note: Practising Audiologists who graduated prior to 1998 with a Graduate Diploma in Audiology and wish to do a Master of Clinical Audiology should contact the Student Services Officer for more information.The first year of the course provides the basic scientific background for audiology and an introduction to clinical work. The second year provides comprehensive training in all aspects of clinical audiology along with an introduction to research methods in the field. The course consists of formal lectures, seminars, practical work and student presentations along with a substantial clinical component. Students will be scheduled for approximately 200 hours of supervised clinical work during the two-year course. Students are scheduled for hours at our clinical school and at various hearing care facilities across Victoria.
The course runs from February to November.
Applicants for the course must have a science or health-related undergraduate degree.
The course is made up of lectures, practical sessions and clinics. Please see the course outline for more information about the subjects.
Local Applicants
Download an application form for Australian Residents. Please include a copy of your year 12 results with your application and a note detailing any dates that you will not be available to attend an interview. The closing date for local applicants is 31 October.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Do NOT send your application directly to the Department. The address for submission is on the back of the application form (MDHS Student Centre). If you send it to the Department your application will be returned to you and may delay the process.
Overseas Applicants
International students wishing to study at the University of Melbourne should visit the International Office website.
Australian and New Zealand Residents
The Master of Clinical Audiology is covered by the Higher Education Loans Programme (FEE-HELP). However for those students wishing to pay the fees up front, the current course costs can be found at http://coursesearch.unimelb.edu.au/
The University of Melbourne can now offer Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) to students undertaking postgraduate studies in audiology. These will be awarded on academic merit. This means a significant reduction in fees for the student. Please visit the following website for more information about CSPs. http://www.goingtouni.gov.au/
If you wish to apply for a CSP place please indicate this on your application form.
Overseas Applicants
Tuition fees apply to all overseas students attending the University of Melbourne. Interested students should contact the International Office at the University of Melbourne, PARKVILLE, Victoria, 3052, AUSTRALIA, to find out about the special conditions that apply for overseas applicants.
The Master of Clinical Audiology course is now an eligible course for Centrelink support. Please read the following document for more information or contact your local Centrelink office.
If you require further information please take a look at our FAQs pages first as you will probably find your question answered there.
For specific information please contact our Student Services Officer Ms Annie Cruse.
Email: acruse@unimelb.edu.au
Telephone: +61 3 9035 5322
550 Swanston Street
Parkville 3010