About this course
You'll learn the clinical and professional skills you need to become an audiology healthcare professional. The first 3 years of this integrated audiology master's programme follow our BSc Audiology. The fourth year develops your scientific and leadership skills. 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 integrated master's in audiology teaches you about the biopsychosocial and technical foundations of audiology, as well as broader scientific, technical, healthcare and professional skills you’ll need to practice as an audiologist.
Throughout MSci Audiology, you’ll attend practical sessions in our dedicated skills laboratory and clinics. You’ll also go on a 27-week clinical placement.
You’ll also get to explore in depth an aspect of clinical practice of your choice and you’ll do master's-level experimental research in a field of audiology that interests you. When you graduate you'll become a master of clinical audiology.
This integrated master's degree in audiology is excellent preparation for PhD-level study and, depending which modules you choose, will help you build towards clinical scientist registration through the British Academy of Audiology’s Higher Training Scheme.
This programme is recognised by the National School of Healthcare as a Practitioner Training Programme (PTP).
The course is also accredited by
- the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists, allowing you to work as a hearing care assistant after year 1
Foundation year
If you have not studied the required Science subjects for this course, you may be eligible to apply for and enter through our Science Foundation Year.
We regularly review our courses to ensure and improve quality. This course may be revised as a result of this. Any revision will be balanced against the requirement that the student should receive the educational service expected. Find out why, when, and how we might make changes.
Our courses are regulated in England by the Office for Students (OfS).
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Course location
This course is based at Highfield.
Awarding body
This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.
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Entry requirements
For Academic year 202526
A-levels
AAB including a science-related subject (minimum grade B)
A-levels additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Applicants who have not studied A-level an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
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: ABB, including a science-related subject (minimum grade B) plus grade A in the EPQ
A-levels 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 Diploma
Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points 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. Applicants who have not studied an accepted science subject at Higher Level can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
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
RQF BTEC
D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AA from two A levels including a science-related subject.
We do not accept the BTEC National Diploma or the BTEC National Extended Diploma.
Applicants with a BTEC National Diploma or the BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Health and Social Care should consider the BSc Audiology (B610)
Additional information
Accepted A-level science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Applicants who have not studied an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
Access to HE Diploma
Applicants with an Access to HE Diploma should consider BSc Audiology (B610)
Irish Leaving Certificate
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2017)
H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 including a science-related subject
Irish certificate additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. Applicants who have not studied an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
Irish Offer Contextual
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.
Scottish Qualification
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education.
Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement (PDF) for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Cambridge Pre-U
D3 D3 M2 in three Principal subjects including one science subject
Cambridge Pre-U additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D2 can be used in lieu of A-level grade A* or grade D3 can be used in lieu of A-level grade A. Applicants who have not studied an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
Cambridge Pre-U Offer Contextual
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.
Welsh Baccalaureate
AAB from 3 A levels including a science-related subject (minimum grade B) or AA from two A levels including a science-related subject (minimum grade B), and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
Welsh Baccalaureate additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Applicants who have not studied A-level an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
Welsh Baccalaureate 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.
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
Find the equivalent international qualifications for our entry requirements.
English language requirements
If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:
IELTS score requirements
- overall score
- 6.5
- reading
- 6.0
- writing
- 6.0
- speaking
- 6.0
- listening
- 6.0
We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.
If you don’t meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
You might meet our criteria in other ways if you do not have the qualifications we need. Find out more about:
- our Ignite your Journey scheme for students living permanently in the UK (including residential summer school, application support and scholarship)
- skills you might have gained through work or other life experiences (otherwise known as recognition of prior learning)
Find out more about our Admissions Policy.
Mature applicats
We welcome applications from learners of all ages. Students who are aged 21 and over at the start of their undergraduate course are defined as mature by the University of Southampton. We take a holistic assessment of the application looking for academic ability and commitment to study. Typical entry requirements, which may vary from discipline to discipline, includes for example, evidence of recent formal academic qualifications or professional qualifications, relevant work experience or volunteering. You may also be invited to attend an interview with an Admissions Tutor. For some degree programmes, there may also be a Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body (PSRB) requirement. We accept many different academic qualifications. For more information, please contact the Admissions Team.
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 course.
For Academic year 202627
A-levels
AAB including a science-related subject (minimum grade B)
A-levels additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Applicants who have not studied A-level an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
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: ABB, including a science-related subject (minimum grade B) plus grade A in the EPQ
A-levels 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 as follows:
BBB including a science-related subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points 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. Applicants who have not studied an accepted science subject at Higher Level can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
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
RQF BTEC
D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AA from two A levels including a science-related subject.
We do not accept the BTEC National Diploma or the BTEC National Extended Diploma.
Applicants with a BTEC National Diploma or the BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Health and Social Care should consider the BSc Audiology (B610)
Additional information
Accepted A-level science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Applicants who have not studied an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
Access to HE Diploma
Applicants with an Access to HE Diploma should consider BSc Audiology (B610)
Irish Leaving Certificate
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2017)
H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 including a science-related subject
Irish certificate additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. Applicants who have not studied an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
Irish Offer Contextual
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.
Scottish Qualification
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education.
Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement (PDF) for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Cambridge Pre-U
D3 D3 M2 in three Principal subjects including one science subject
Cambridge Pre-U additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. Cambridge Pre-Us can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D2 can be used in lieu of A-level grade A* or grade D3 can be used in lieu of A-level grade A or M2 can be used in lieu of A-level grade B. Applicants who have not studied an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
Cambridge Pre-U Offer Contextual
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.
Welsh Baccalaureate
AAB from 3 A levels including a science-related subject (minimum grade B) or AA from two A levels including a science-related subject (minimum grade B), and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales.
Welsh Baccalaureate additional information
Accepted science subjects include biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and psychology. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Applicants who have not studied A-level an accepted science subject can apply for the Science Foundation Year.
Welsh Baccalaureate 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.
Other requirements
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
Find the equivalent international qualifications for our entry requirements.
English language requirements
If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:
IELTS score requirements
- overall score
- 6.5
- reading
- 6.0
- writing
- 6.0
- speaking
- 6.0
- listening
- 6.0
We accept other English language tests. Find out which English language tests we accept.
If you don’t meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
You might meet our criteria in other ways if you do not have the qualifications we need. Find out more about:
- our Ignite your Journey scheme for students living permanently in the UK (including residential summer school, application support and scholarship)
- skills you might have gained through work or other life experiences (otherwise known as recognition of prior learning)
Find out more about our Admissions Policy.
Mature applicats
We welcome applications from learners of all ages. Students who are aged 21 and over at the start of their undergraduate course are defined as mature by the University of Southampton. We take a holistic assessment of the application looking for academic ability and commitment to study. Typical entry requirements, which may vary from discipline to discipline, includes for example, evidence of recent formal academic qualifications or professional qualifications, relevant work experience or volunteering. You may also be invited to attend an interview with an Admissions Tutor. For some degree programmes, there may also be a Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body (PSRB) requirement. We accept many different academic qualifications. For more information, please contact the Admissions Team.
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 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
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 take an extended clinical placement, complete an individual project and choose optional modules in relevant topics. In your fourth year of study, you can extend your specialist knowledge and conduct an in-depth research project.
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
Your first year immerses you in the biological, psychological, social and technical elements of audiology.
Your study will include:
- clinical and professional practice in audiology
- audiology clinical placement
- an introduction to professional practice
- basics of audiology
- 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 at the end of your second year.
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.
Your study will include:
- clinical and professional practice in audiology
- facilitating effective auditory rehabilitation
- 2 optional modules from across the university
At the end of your second year, you'll start your main 27-week placement, which will continue to the December of your third year.
Year 3 overview
You’ll study specialist areas of audiology and finalise your clinical training.
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.
You’ll study:
- audiology clinical placement
- an individual project
- paediatric audiology
You'll continue your 27-week placement until December of your third year.
You will also have the opportunity for specialist clinic visits, such as paediatrics and vestibular (balance).
Year 4 overview
Year 4 includes a research methods module and an in-depth research project.
The research project will involve a scientific study, including collecting data and producing a dissertation. In the rest of year 4, there are optional master's-level modules in audiology or from across the university.
Example topics include:
- the physiology and psychology of hearing
- fundamentals of auditory implants
- health management
- statistics
Want more detail? See all the modules in the course.
Modules
The modules outlined provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. As a research-led University, we undertake a continuous review of our course to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Find out why, when and how we might make changes.
For entry in academic year 2025 to 2026
Year 1 modules
You must study the following modules in year 1:
An Introduction to Professional Practice (Level 4)
At the heart of this interprofessional module is the belief that all health care students should not only share the same core values and skills that underpin their professional practice, but they should also have learning opportunities that enable them t...
Audiology Clinical Placement 1
This module provides an introduction to, and an opportunity to experience, the large diversity of current healthcare services in Audiology. At the heart of the module are the short introductory placements: 3 weeks within audiology services, usually split ...
Biopsychosocial Basis of Audiology
Within this module you will be encouraged to reflect on your role as an audiology healthcare professional and the experiences of hearing impaired people beyond simply considering the changes to the functions and structures of the auditory system. Centr...
Clinical and Professional Practice in Audiology 1
This module will enable you to develop the basic clinical knowledge, skills, attitudes, values and behaviours required of your first stage of clinical training in audiology, including those required for audiology assistant and Hearing Care Assistant (HCA)...
Introduction to Hearing Science and Technology
This module provides you with a deep understanding of the fundamental science and technology underlying clinical hearing assessment and rehabilitation. It will include a foundation in the epidemiology of hearing loss, the biology of the hearing system, th...
Year 2 modules
You must study the following modules in year 2:
Audiology Clinical Placement 2
The module consists of two components: 1.The first part of your main clinical placement, from June to September of Part 2 (including the summer break). Together with Audiology Clinical Placement 3, you must complete 27 weeks of clinical placement. 2...
Clinical and Professional Practice in Audiology 2
This module will consolidate and develop your understanding of, and clinical practical skills related to, audiology techniques, technology and appointment types; your professional and employability skills; your knowledge of methods of clinical investigati...
Facilitating Effective Auditory Rehabilitation 1
The modules Facilitating Effective Auditory Rehabilitation 1 and 2 cover the scientific and clinical foundations of adult audiological assessment and rehabilitation. They build on Professional and Clinical Practice in Audiology 1and Biopsychosocial Basis ...
Facilitating Effective Auditory Rehabilitation 2
The modules Facilitating Effective Auditory Rehabilitation 1 and 2 cover the scientific and clinical foundations of adult audiological assessment and rehabilitation. They build on Professional and Clinical Practice in Audiology 1 and Biopsychosocial Basis...
You must also choose from the following modules in year 2:
Behavioural Neuroscience
The module aims to develop the themes introduced in the Introduction to Psychology Module in semester 1. The module integrates the approaches and findings of biological psychology in an attempt to understand the biological factors that explain why people...
Ethics in Science, Engineering and Technology: Jekyll and Hyde
Starting from the underlying themes in Jekyll and Hyde, wherein a scientific discovery can be seen as having both beneficial (Dr. Jekyll) and detrimental aspects (Mr. Hyde), this module delves into the general area of the ethics and social responsibility ...
Global Health
The global health module is an exciting opportunity to examine the factors associated with emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases such as the recent outbreak of Ebola and Swine Flu that quickly spread around the world, and non-communicable diseases ...
Perception
The module will cover basic topics in perceptual psychology. We will discuss how the visual brain uses information from the two eyes in combination with learnt heuristics and other information sources to construct a perceptual representation of the world....
Psycholinguistics
This module examines different sub-topics in psycholinguistics which help to understand what the relationship between language and the human mind might be.
Social Enterprise
This is an interactive and practical module aiming to inspire students to social enterprise and entrepreneurship by giving them an experiential introduction to human centred design processes. The emphasis in this module is on the translation of knowled...
Year 3 modules
You must study the following modules in year 3:
Audiology Clinical Placement 3
The module consists of two components: 1.The second part of your main clinical placement, from September to the end of semester 1 of Part 3. Together with Audiology Clinical Placement 2, you must complete 27 weeks of clinical placement in total across ...
Clinical and Professional Practice in Audiology 3
This module is designed for undergraduate audiology students to provide a wider context for clinical and professional skills, behaviours, attitudes and values necessary to be a successful audiology professional. It follows on from Clinical and Professiona...
Individual Project
The Individual Project is a learning experience that enables you to carry out research and bring together many of the concepts that you have learnt over the first two years of the course as well as the knowledge and skills learnt during part III. You w...
You must also choose from the following modules in year 3:
Introduction to Paediatric Audiology
The module will provide trainee audiologists as firm background in the issues involved in paediatric audiology, including child, speech and language development, childhood hearing impairment and it’s multifaceted impact, paediatric hearing assessment and ...
Paediatric Audiology
The aim of this module is to develop your understanding of the specialism of paediatric audiology. This module includes problem-based learning, and will also provide you with learning opportunities in a range of generic skills relevant to clinical scienti...
Year 4 modules
You must study the following modules in year 4:
Applied Research Methods
The aim of the module is to equip the student with the knowledge and understanding of what good research is in the area of Audiology and how it is performed, with skills to critically appraise research and with skills to support their research project in ...
Research Project
This module provides the opportunity to gain deeper learning of research and your specialist field.
You must also choose from the following modules in year 4:
Clinical Audiology
The purpose of this module is to provide you with an introductory grounding in audiology, including adult diagnostic assessment, rehabilitation and otology, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and understanding. You will also develop skills in integratin...
Critical Issues in Global Health: Concepts and Case Studies
This module provides a comprehensive overview of current issues and challenges in global health. Using relevant case studies, it will discuss trends and determinants of both communicable and non-communicable diseases, as well as assessing possible effec...
Ethics in Science, Engineering and Technology: Jekyll and Hyde
Starting from the underlying themes in Jekyll and Hyde, wherein a scientific discovery can be seen as having both beneficial (Dr. Jekyll) and detrimental aspects (Mr. Hyde), this module delves into the general area of the ethics and social responsibility ...
Fundamentals of Auditory Implants
The aim of the module is to provide an overview of the core scientific and clinical aspects of auditory implantation. This module is primarily for those taking one of our audiology programmes or taking the module as 'stand-alone' as part of career develo...
Fundamentals of Therapeutic Skills
This module teaches you the fundamental clinical skills needed to engage with adult clients, to help you assess their readiness to change, and to plan appropriate behavioural interventions. You will make use of these skills in workshop based teaching for ...
Introduction to CBT Theory & Skills
The aim of this module is to give you a basic understanding of the principles of CBT assessment, formulation and change methods. The module focuses on generic therapeutic and basic competencies, as well as specific behavioural and cognitive therapy techni...
Leading Others
The overall structure of the Leadership and Management Pathway is supported by three parts: Self Leadership, Leading Others, and Leading Organizations. This module focuses on leading a team. Self Leadership helped you to understand your own leadership s...
Leading and Managing Organisations and Systems
This module focuses on organisational behaviour, and the coordination of organisations to improve health and social care outcomes. The module is divided into five topics that align with the learning outcomes.
Physiology and Psychology of Hearing
The sense of hearing is essential for human communication. In this module we investigate the extraordinary capabilities and limitations of the human sense of hearing. Starting with the outer, middle and inner ear, we will investigate the anatomical and ph...
Policy and Governance in Health and Social Care
This module will enable you to contribute towards the development of policies and the implementation of governance structures and practices within complex organisational settings.
Rehabilitation of Auditory Disorders
The purpose of this module is to provide you with knowledge and understanding of the core concepts related to Adult Auditory Rehabilitation including principles of health psychology and signal processing as well as technical and psychosocial aspects of th...
Self Leadership
The overarching logic behind this module is that leadership grows from the inside out: That a leader first knows, understands, and is able to lead oneself before they can lead others. The module will focus directly on personal values, character, and integ...
Vestibular Audiology
This module provides an in-depth introduction to vestibular audiology, including the anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system within the wider contexts of the systems of eye movement and balance control, the vestibulo-ocular reflex, important patho...
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
- coursework, laboratory reports and essays
- essays
- individual and group projects
- written and practical exams
- placement assessment
Your assessment breakdown
Year 1:
Year 2
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 2:
How we'll assess you
- coursework, laboratory reports and essays
- essays
- individual and group projects
- written and practical exams
- placement assessment
Your assessment breakdown
Year 2:
Year 3
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 3:
How we'll assess you
- coursework, laboratory reports and essays
- essays
- individual and group projects
- written and practical exams
- placement assessment
Your assessment breakdown
Year 3:
Year 4
Study time
Your scheduled learning, teaching and independent study for year 4:
How we'll assess you
- coursework, laboratory reports and essays
- essays
- individual and group projects
- written and practical exams
- placement assessment
Your assessment breakdown
Year 4:
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 and employability
Employability skills
This degree will allow you to develop and evidence subject-specific and targeted employability skills. This includes the required skill set for a range of future careers, further study, or starting your own business.
The skills you can expect to focus on and gain from this course include:
- Research
- Critical thinking
- Commercial awareness
- Self-management
- Confidence
- Leadership
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Networking
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Resilience
The employability and enterprise skills you'll gain from this course are reflected in the Southampton skills model. When you join us you'll be able to use our skills model to track, plan, and benefit your career development and progress.
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Career pathways
Graduates commonly work in a range of organisations or sectors including:
Scientific and Technical,
Education,
Human Health and Social Work.
- Clinical audiologist
- Newborn hearing screener
- Hearing aid dispenser
- Healthcare science practitioner
- Clinical scientist
- Scientific researcher
- Scientific adviser
- Equipment developer
- Educational audiologist
- Charity worker
- Teacher
- Therapist
- Healthcare science practitioner
- Equipment developer
- Clinical scientist
- Audiologist
- Research assistant
- Teaching assistant
- Hearing aid dispenser
- Clinical scientist
- Clinic manager
Job prospects for MSc Audiology graduates
*Example graduate job titles and job prospect statistics taken from The Graduate Outcomes Survey, which gathers information about the activities and perspectives of graduates 15 months after finishing their course.
Work experience opportunities
Choosing to do work experience is a great way to enhance your employability, build valuable networks, and evidence your potential. Learn about the different work and industry experience options at Southampton.
Careers services and support
We are a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). Our Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise team will support you. 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.
Your career ideas and graduate job opportunities may change while you're at university. So it is important to take time to regularly reflect on your goals, speak to people in industry and seek advice and up-to-date information from Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise professionals at the University.
Fees, costs and funding
Tuition fees
Fees for a year's study:
- UK students pay £9,535.
- EU and international students pay £28,800.
What your fees pay for
Your tuition fees pay for the full cost of tuition and standard exams.
Find out how to:
Accommodation and living costs, such as travel and food, are not included in your tuition fees. There may also be extra costs for retake and professional exams.
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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 to help fund your studies.
We award scholarships and grants for travel, academic excellence, or to students from under-represented backgrounds.
Support during your course
The Student Hub 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
What happens after you apply?
We will assess your application on the strength of your:
- predicted grades
- academic achievements
- personal statement
- academic reference
We'll aim to process your application within 2 to 6 weeks, but this will depend on when it is submitted. Applications submitted in January, particularly near to the UCAS equal consideration deadline, might take substantially longer to be processed due to the high volume received at that time.
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
Related courses
Audiology (MSci) is a course in the Audiology and Nursing, midwifery and healthcare subject areas. Here are some other courses within these subject areas:
