MSc Audiology Pre-Registration )
This course provides a fast-track route to an audiology qualification for individuals who hold a degree ( or equivalent ) in a related discipline ( linguistics , psychology , physics , behavioural science , biological science , speech and language therapy or some combination of these ).
Audiologists work with adult and paediatric patients to identify and assess hearing and / or balance disorders , recommending and providing appropriate rehabilitation and management . This programme provides students with the theoretical knowledge and clinical skills required to register with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists ( RCCP ) and to work as an audiologist in the NHS . The programme is also popular with international students who require a postgraduate qualification that will enable them to promote and develop audiological services in their home countries .
Our aim is to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to practise audiology . In order to achieve this aim , we offer a range of learning experiences , allowing you to develop skills , both independently and in a group setting .
The MSc Audiology course comprises 12 modules . Within these modules you will study supporting subjects - linguistics , anatomy , physiology , psychology , neurology and research methods - and acquire theoretical knowledge relating to hearing and balance . Knowledge and skills acquired in theoretical modules are integrated and applied to clinical practice throughout the course . Through university-based practical sessions and your practice placement , you will develop clinical skills , clinical decision-making and reflective practice , as well as gaining an understanding and awareness of a variety of professional issues .
Structure
On completion of the full MSc or a PgDip , you will be eligible to register as an audiologist with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists . Single module study is not available .
Teaching , learning and assessment
We take a “ blended ” approach to learning and teaching , with modules delivered through a combination of online and on campus lectures , seminars and clinical skills sessions . We are aware that is can be costly for students to travel to the university campus on a daily basis and find that our postgraduate audiology students prefer to have as flexible a schedule as possible . Students are required to attend the university campus for clinical skills sessions . Some lectures and seminars are delivered on campus but many are delivered online . Online teaching may be synchronous ( live ) using virtual classrooms or asynchronous , ( recorded lectures , directed reading and online discussion boards ).
Assessments take a variety of forms , including essays , individual presentations , electronic portfolios , group discussions , case studies , practical skills and a research dissertation .
Teaching hours and attendance
Each module will require you to attend classes ( both online and on campus ) and to carry out independent work . Your attendance at QMU will depend on which module you are studying . Where possible , the taught elements of this course occur over three consecutive days each week . The other days are used for independent study .
Industry links , accreditation and professional registration
The course provides graduates with eligibility to register with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists ( RCCP ) in the United Kingdom .
Modules
Audiological Science ( 40 credits )/ Audiological Assessment ( 40 credits / Linguistics and Culture in Signed and Spoken Languages ( 20 credits )/ Adult Aural Rehabilitation ( 20 credits )/ Paediatric Aural Habilitation ( 20 credits / Vestibular Assessment and Rehabilitation ( 20 credits )/ Advanced Audiological Assessment ( 20 credits )/ Multidisciplinary Working ( 20 credits )/ Enquiry Based Learning ( 20 credits )/ Dissertation ( 60 credits )
Level 10 modules ( non-credit-bearing ):
Clinical Skills and Professional Practice for Audiology / Clinical Placement
The modules listed are correct at time of publication ( Novemeber 2021 ) but are subject to change . In the event that modules change , QMU will seek to use reasonable endeavours to ensure that there is no detrimental impact on students .
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