Department of Linguistics
Clinical Audiology
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Overview
Course Code: |
MCLAUD-C94 |
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Length of Candidature: |
2 Years full-time |
Attendance: |
Students will be required to attend day classes as well as clinical placements during semester and semester breaks |
Commencement Date: |
February annually |
Availability: |
There will be a new intake every year |
Admission Requirements:
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Relevant Bachelor degree AND participants whose first language is not English must satisfy the equivalent of IELTS 7.0. Ideally, we are seeking students with a strong academic record and a credit average in the applicant's undergraduate degree. Note: In the Master of Clinical Audiology program, a 2 page Personal Statement is an essential aspect of your application. Applications without a personal statement will not be considered. Your personal statement, which should address aspects such as your background and reasons for becoming an Audiologist, is a key criterion used in short-listing applications. An interview may be required for domestic applicants and is conducted either face-to-face or by telephone. Interviews are typically held 2-4 weeks after the closing dates for applications. Due to the clinical nature of this program, spaces are limited, therefore, entry is competitive. Meeting eligibility criteria does not guarantee a place in the program. Credit points required for the award: 64 |
Enquiries: |
Dr Mridula Sharma |
This course prepares graduates for the profession of Audiology, enabling them to work clinically with individuals with congenital or acquired hearing loss. The course is taught by staff within the Faculty of Human Sciences and is based in the Centre for Language Sciences. Coursework covers normal auditory and language processes, building on fundamental knowledge in linguistics, psychology, anatomy and physiology. In addition, students engage in comprehensive supervised clinical placements, which provide them with the opportunity to develop skills in assessment, intervention, service delivery and other aspects of professional practice. The course incorporates the Professional Standards of Practice, which have been established by the Audiological Society of Australia the national professional body.
For information about what an Audiologist is and does, visit the Audiological Society of Australia web site.
For domestic students, the Master of Clinical Audiology program is approved for means tested support via Youth Allowance (for full time students aged 16-24 years) and Austudy (for full time students aged 25 years and over). Further information can be found at the following links:
Youth Allowance:
http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/payments/youth_allow.htm
Austudy:
http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/payments/austudy.htm
If you are an Australian citizen, you may be eligible for financial support through the federal government FEE-HELP scheme - see http://www.goingtouni.gov.au