Master of Audiology
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Overview
Master of Audiology
Introduction
The Master of Audiology (MAud) at UC focuses on training professional clinical audiologists. It comprises coursework, clinical practice in a variety of settings, and audiological research experience.
Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing serves Aotearoa New سԹand the world through excellence and innovation in scholarship, teaching, and public service. The School has four on-campus laboratories featuring state-of-the-art electronic and assessment equipment.
Master of Audiology
Entry requirements
Admission to the Master’s degree is based on the evaluation of your ability to undertake postgraduate study in a specialist field of inquiry or professional practice. The primary basis for selection is on academic merit, however consideration may also be given to other factors.
The MAud does not require prior training in Speech and Language Therapy. You should have either:
- a Speech and Language Pathology bachelor's degree; or
- any bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework (eg, Arts, Engineering such as Electrical and Electronic or Mechanical, Health Sciences, Science, or Teaching and Learning); or
- been admitted with equivalent qualifications to the above by the University.
Students with a different undergraduate background to that of the above, and with a strong achievement record, will still be considered. All students must be approved for study.
One or more courses in this degree may also require vaccinations. Check each course page for more details.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Audiology or use the .
How to apply
Entry into Year 1 of the Master of Audiology is limited. You will need to submit an enrolment application via as well as a separate application form to Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing by 1 October.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Master of Audiology
How do I plan my degree?
The Master of Audiology takes 2 years full-time, or 4 years part-time to complete.
The first year includes coursework up to 120 points and a clinical placement, and the second year involves a clinical placement and thesis work.
For full requirements see the Regulations for the Master of Audiology.
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Year 1
2024 tuition fee estimate: $9,525 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $10,097 (120 points)
Year 2
2024 tuition feeestimate:$9,233 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $9,787 (120 points)
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2024 tuition fee estimate:$84,400 (240 points) ($42,200 per 120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate:$87,600 (240 points) ($43,800 per 120 points)
Master of Audiology
Subjects and courses
- Coursework develops knowledge and skills across the scope of practice, including a strong foundation in acoustics, psychoanalytics, and neuroscience.
- Clinical practice is undertaken with adult and paediatric clients in different clinical settings.
- A thesis project is mentored by leading research staff.
Year 1
Year 2
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Career opportunities
The Master of Audiology programme is fully endorsed by the . Upon completion of the degree, students are able to work as audiologists within Aotearoa New Zealand. The degree is also recognised internationally.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
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