Audiology

This degree was developed to address the shortage of trained audiologists. It comprises coursework, clinical practice in a variety of settings, and audiological research experience. The Master of Audiology at UC focuses on training professional clinical audiologists with an emphasis on the development of clinical and administrative skills relating to the practice of audiology. 

The Department of Communication Disorders serves New Zealand and the world through excellence and innovation in scholarship, teaching and public service. The Department has four on-campus laboratories featuring state-of-the-art electronic and assessment equipment.

The Master of Audiology takes two years full-time or three to four years part-time to complete.

Subjects and courses

• Coursework develops knowledge and skills across the scope of practice, including a strong foundation in acoustics, psychoanalytics, and neuroscience. 
• Clinical practice is undertaken with adult and paediatric clients in different clinical settings.
• A thesis project is mentored by leading research staff.

Admission to a master’s degree is based on the evaluation of evidence of your ability to undertake postgraduate study in a specialist field of inquiry or professional practice. The primary basis for selection is on academic merit, however consideration may also be given to other factors.

Normally the minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree from a New Zealand university, or a qualification or combination of qualifications considered to be equivalent.

If you gained your qualifications overseas, these will need to be assessed to make sure they are of an equivalent standard. You are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements.

Qualification specific requirements

The MAud does not require prior training in Speech and Language Therapy. Candidates should have either:

• qualified for a Speech and Language Pathology degree or
• qualified for another bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework (eg, Arts, Engineering such as Electrical and Electronic or Mechanical, Health Sciences, Science, or Teaching and Learning) or
• been admitted with equivalent status to the above by the University.

Candidates with a different undergraduate background to that of the above, and with a strong achievement record, will be considered. All candidates must be approved for study by the Dean of Science.