About this course
We've changed some parts of this course for the 2020 to 2021 academic year due to coronavirus (COVID-19). These changes may affect how we'll teach you and which modules you'll take.
The programme specification addendum (PDF, 202 KB) has all the latest details.
You'll learn the clinical and professional skills you need to become an audiology healthcare professional. We are the only UK university with in-house audiology and auditory implant clinics.
Hearing loss, deafness, tinnitus and balance problems are major health issues and have an impact on quality of life. You’ll learn to manage these conditions and support patients while developing academic, professional and employability skills.
The audiology course teaches you about the biopsychosocial and technical foundations of audiology, as well as the broader scientific, technical, healthcare and professional skills you’ll need from university to become a audiologist.
Throughout this audiology degree, you’ll attend practical sessions in our dedicated skills laboratory and clinics. You’ll also go on a 27-week clinical placement to support your audiologist training.
You’ll also get to explore in depth an aspect of clinical practice that interests you.
When you complete your first year of BSc audiology, you can apply to register as a Hearing Care Assistant (HCA). This means you can take paid assistant audiology roles for the rest of your degree. It’s also possible to switch to part-time for year 3, so you can spread out your placement over a longer period.
This programme is recognised by the National School of Healthcare as a Practitioner Training Programme (PTP).
The course is also accredited by
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the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists, allowing you to work as a hearing care assistant after year 1.
Accreditations
Course location
This course is based at Highfield.
Awarding body
This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.
Download the programme specification
The programme specification sets out the learning outcomes of this course and details how the course is taught and assessed.
Entry requirements
For Academic year 202021
A-levels
ABB including a science-related subject (minimum grade B)
A-levels additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. Pass in the associated science Practical is required where applicable. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking.
A-levels with Extended Project Qualification
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer:
BBB, including a science-related subject and grade A in the EPQ
A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience.
applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows:
BBB including a science-related subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points required at Higher Level including
a minimum of 5 at Higher Level in a science-related subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics (Analysis and Approaches at grade 5 or Applications and Interpretation at grade 6), physics and psychology. Applications where Higher Level subjects have been studied without the full Diploma, will also be considered on a case by case basis.
International Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP) statement
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
BTEC
DDM in the BTEC Extended Diploma. D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus grades AB in two A-levels including a science-related subject. DD in the BTEC Diploma plus B in a science-related A-level
BTEC additional information
We accept the following subjects for the BTEC Extended Diploma: Health and Social Care or Applied Science. Accepted A-level science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. A pass in the science Practical is required where applicable.
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
Non-academic entry requirements
An application should provide evidence of:
•A clear and strong motivation to study audiology
•A caring and compassionate approach
•Personal values and attitudes that align with those of a health care professional
•Realistic insight into the role of an audiologist
All offers are made on the condition that applicants pass an Occupational Health check. All applicants must also pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (criminal record) check at the start of the Audiology course.
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
Course structure
COVID-19: we've made some changes to the structure of the course for this academic year. Download the programme specification addendum in 'About this course' to learn more.
The course is structured to give you comprehensive training in clinical audiology while developing broader scientific, technical, healthcare and patient-centred communication skills.
You’ll also take a clinical placement, complete an individual project and choose optional modules in relevant topics.
Your first year is studied full time. It's possible to take years 2 and 3 part time, but you must complete your course in 5 to 8 years.
Year 1 overview
This year immerses you in the biological, psychological, social and technical elements of audiology.
You’ll study:
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clinical and professional practice in audiology
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audiology clinical placement
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an introduction to professional practice
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basics of audiology
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introduction to hearing science and technology
You’ll take 3 one-week taster placements in the first year to help prepare you for your main placement.
On successful completion of year 1, you’ll be able to register as a Hearing Care Assistant, allowing you to apply for paid audiology assistant jobs. You could choose to complete your training at this stage, or continue towards the full BSc or MSci qualification.
Year 2 overview
You’ll further develop your scientific, clinical and professional skills, including clinical decision-making and patient-centred communication.
You can broaden your knowledge by selecting 2 optional modules in topics from across the university.
Your study will include:
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clinical and professional practice in audiology
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facilitating effective auditory rehabilitation
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2 optional modules from across the university
At the end of your second year, you'll start your main 27-week placement, which continues to the December of your third year.
Year 3 overview
You’ll study specialist areas of audiology and finalise your clinical training.
You will continue your 27-week placement until December of your third year.
Your study will include:
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audiology clinical placement
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paediatric audiology
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an individual project
Your individual project will explore an aspect of clinical practice that interests you and will have a clinical focus. You’ll plan the project and collect information while on placement. Your project supervisor will provide remote support.
In your third year you will have the opportunity for specialist clinic visits, such as paediatrics and vestibular (balance).
Want more detail? See all the modules in the course.
Modules
For entry in Academic Year 2020-21
Year 1 modules
You must study the following modules in year 1:
Learning and assessment
The learning activities for this course include the following:
- lectures
- classes and tutorials
- coursework
- individual and group projects
- independent learning (studying on your own)
Course time
How you'll spend your course time:
Year 1
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 1:
How we'll assess you
Your assessment breakdown
Year 1:
Academic support
You’ll be supported by a personal academic tutor and have access to a senior tutor.
Course leader
Emma Mackenzie is the course leader.
Careers
When you graduate, you can work as a clinical audiologist in the NHS, the private sector or other science, research and healthcare organisations.
We’ll help you create a clinical training and professional development portfolio. This will provide a strong foundation for your career.
You’ll have the opportunity to meet representatives from the NHS, private and charity health sectors, and cochlear implant and hearing aid companies at our annual audiology employability careers event.
Our graduates have taken on roles such as:
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clinical audiologist
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hearing aid dispenser, either in an existing business or independently
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research assistant or research student (PhD)
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scientific advisor to charity
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equipment developer, manufacturer or supplier
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paid or voluntary worker for overseas charities
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educator - for example, within a university or other education provider
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teacher, through a postgraduate certificate in education (PGCE)
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a variety of other science, healthcare and professional careers
Careers services at Southampton
We are a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2019). Our Careers and Employability Service will support you throughout your time as a student and for up to 5 years after graduation. This support includes:
work experience schemes
CV and interview skills and workshops
networking events
careers fairs attended by top employers
a wealth of volunteering opportunities
study abroad and summer school opportunities
We have a vibrant entrepreneurship culture and our dedicated start-up supporter, Futureworlds, is open to every student.
Fees, costs and funding
Tuition fees
Fees for a year's study:
- UK students pay £9,250.
- EU and international students pay £22,760.
What your fees pay for
Your tuition fees pay for the full cost of tuition and all examinations.
Find out how to:
Accommodation and living costs, such as travel and food, are not included in your tuition fees. Explore:
Bursaries, scholarships and other funding
If you're a UK or EU student and your household income is under £25,000 a year, you may be able to get a University of Southampton bursary to help with your living costs. Find out about bursaries and other funding we offer at Southampton.
If you're a care leaver or estranged from your parents, you may be able to get a specific bursary.
Get in touch for advice about student money matters.
Scholarships and grants
You may be able to get a scholarship or grant that's linked to your chosen subject area.
We award scholarships and grants for travel, academic excellence, or to students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Support during your course
The Student Services Centre offers support and advice on money to students. You may be able to access our Student Support fund and other sources of financial support during your course.
Funding for EU and international students
Find out about funding you could get as an international student.
How to apply
When you apply use:
- UCAS course code: B610
- UCAS institution code: S27
What happens after you apply?
We will assess your application on the strength of your:
- predicted grades
- academic achievements
- personal statement
- academic reference
We aim to respond to you within 2 to 6 weeks with a decision about your application.
Equality and diversity
We treat and select everyone in line with our Equality and Diversity Statement.
Got a question?
Please contact our enquiries team if you're not sure that you have the right experience or qualifications to get onto this course.
Email: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000
