Audiology

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This programme aims to provide the theoretical, practical and clinical basis of the science of audiology. It contains two short clinical placements in NHS audiology departments in the North West of England.

The programme prepares students for a career as an Audiologist or Clinical Scientist in the NHS, other health care services or research environments.

Additional course information Reading list

The following books have been suggested by staff members for pre-course/core reading.

Introductory/ background reading:

* Tate-Maltby, M. and Knight, P. (2000), Audiology: An Introduction for Teachers and Other Professionals, David Fulton, ISBN 1853466654 (very basic introductory text primarily paediatric; useful for those with little or no prior knowledge)
* Taylor, G and Bishop, J. (1991), Being Deaf: The Experience of Deafness, Pinter Publishers, ISBN 0861871766

Some core text books:

* Dillon, H. (2001), Hearing Aids, New York: Thieme, ISBN 1588900525 (core text book on hearing aids)
* Jacobson, G.P. (1997), Handbook of Balance Function Testing, Singular Publishing, ISBN 1565939077 (core text book on balance testing)
* Katz, J. (2001), Handbook of Clinical Audiology, 5th Edition, Williams & Williams, ISBN 0683307657 (USA; classic, comprehensive and v. large; latest edition)
* McCormick, B. (2003), Paediatric audiology: 0-5 years, 3rd Edition, Whurr Publishers Ltd, ISBN 1861562179 (core text book on paediatric audiology)
* Moore, B. C. J. (1998), Cochlear hearing loss, Whurr Publishers Ltd, ISBN 1861560915 (UK; leading text on psychoacoustics of cochlear hearing loss)

Module details

Course units include:

* Auditory Assessment and Management
* Vestibular Assessment and Management
* Auditory Science
* Sensory Aids
* Foundations of Paediatric Audiology
* Practical, Clinical and Professional Studies
* Acoustics and Calibration
* Research Methods

Full entry requirementsAcademic entry qualification overview: A minimum upper second class honours degree, or the overseas equivalent, in a suitable science subject (or possibly suitable experience combined with alternative qualifications). A keen interest in audiology must also have been demonstrated.English language: Students whose first language is not English are required to hold IELTS 7.0, TOEFL 600 paper based or 250 computer based.Other international entry requirements: International students are advised to do the following: * Send copies of the required qualifications to the University as soon as possible * Send proof of funding for the course to which they are applying. The University does not fund individual students. Candidates should seek finance from their own government or an international awarding body, or be self funding * Students whose first language is not English should approach the British Council in their own country in order to take an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test. Candidates should have an IELTS score of at least 7.0, with at least 7.0 in writing ability English Language Requirements CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 60 (Grade C)