Why QMU ?
This course includes 34 weeks of structured clinical placement , which will normally take place in an NHS Audiology department in Scotland , Northern Ireland or the North of England .
Students learn the importance of using scientific principles to underpin their clinical practice .
Practical skills are taught on campus , where students have access to a wide range of equipment .
Placements
This course includes a 34-week practice placement in a clinical setting . This normally begins at the beginning of Semester 2 , in Year Two of the programme . Placements may be in Scotland , Northern Ireland or the North of England . Placements are allocated by the placement team , based primarily on the availability of sites . Costs associated with the practice placement , including travel and accommodation , are not included in the course fee and must be met by the student .
Careers
Graduates may work within the National Health Service and / or private sector . A further assessment is required in order to work as a registered Hearing Aid Dispenser . There are also career opportunities for research in universities and research institutes .
Entry requirements
An upper second class honours degree or above in a science or related subject ( eg mathematics , physics , biological sciences , psychology , linguistics , speech and language therapy ) is normally required .
International : You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 7.0 with no individual component score below 6.5
Criminal Records Check : A satisfactory criminal records check will be required .
Other information Exit awards : MSc ( 280 credits ) Single modules study : Not available .
Delivery : At QMU and on practice placement
Duration : 2.5 years full-time Start date : September 2022
Application deadline : See website for details . The course is competitive with limited places , apply early to be considered . See pages 153-154 for more information on how to apply .
Class sizes : Class sizes are normally 12 - 15 students
Fees : See pages 160-161
More information : Audiology Admisions ( audiologyadmissions @ qmu . ac . uk ) or Admissions ( admissions @ qmu . ac . uk )
NB This course will run dependent on numbers and placement availability .
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