Master of Audiology Studies
Overview
Qualify as an accredited audiologist in two years and be prepared for a rewarding career as a clinical audiologist.
Communication is vital to the quality of life of all populations, and audiologists play an essential role in improving hearing and wellbeing. They make a true difference to the lives of others and are in high demand due to their specialist skills. UQ is known worldwide for the quality of its audiology graduates, the commitment of its teaching staff, and its strong research focus.
This dynamic two-year full-time program integrates the theoretical foundations of audiology with practical clinical skills to prepare you for a career as an audiologist. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of clinical audiology by undertaking your own research.
You'll learn from experienced audiology educators and researchers who are specialists in areas including neuroscience and rehabilitation, ageing, participation and disability. Through the program, you'll complete more than 250 hours of supervised clinical placements at UQ’s Audiology Clinic, as well as other private and public clinics and educational facilities in Brisbane and around Australia.
When you graduate, you'll be in high demand with employers due to your in-depth knowledge and hands-on, practical skills in audiology.
Program highlights
- Benefit from practical development of your skills through supervised clinical placements, including at UQ's Audiology Clinic.
- Study at the only university in Queensland, and one of only six universities in Australia, to offer a Master of Audiology Studies.
- Be in demand and job-ready for employment in the high-growth audiology and speech pathology sector.
- As the only university in Queensland, and one of six in Australia, offering a Master of Audiology Studies, we're leaders in rehabilitation, teaching and research.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Online study
- Overseas study
- Fieldwork
Placements and work experience
Clinical placements commence in semester two of the program, and students may be allocated a placement during university breaks.
Students may be required to undertake clinical placements outside of the Brisbane metropolitan area and students are required to fund their travel, accommodation and daily living expenses.
This program has pre-placement requirements which must be met prior to commencement of the program or a placement course. Further details can be found on the Placement Ready website.
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Acoustics and psychoacoustics in audiology
- Audiological assessment and clinical practice
- Function and disorders of the auditory system
- Rehabilitative audiology I
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Clinical audiologist
- Clinical sales specialist
- Audiometrist
- Clinic manager
Professional memberships
When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.
- Audiology Australia
- Australian College of Audiology
Program accreditation
The Master of Audiology Studies is accredited by:
- Audiology Australia JAC
“My favourite part of the program has been the clinical placements. These experiences have been effective for hands-on learning. The program has been fun and challenging, and I made a lot of life-long friendships.”
ElizabethGraduate, Master of Audiology Studies
“My favourite part of the program has been the clinical placements. These experiences have been effective for hands-on learning. The program has been fun and challenging, and I made a lot of life-long friendships.”
ElizabethGraduate, Master of Audiology Studies
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
To be considered for enrolment, an applicant must hold a bachelor degree; study in fields such as health, humanities, education, social, physical or biological sciences is recommended.
If the bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years prior to program commencement, an applicant must have subsequently completed a postgraduate qualification, or a minimum of 8 units / 4 courses of university level study.
Entry is competitive based on GPA.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2019 was 5.63.
Prerequisites
To be considered for enrolment, an applicant must hold a bachelor degree; study in fields such as health, humanities, education, social, physical or biological sciences is recommended.
If the bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years prior to program commencement, an applicant must have subsequently completed a postgraduate qualification, or a minimum of 8 units / 4 courses of university level study.
Entry is competitive based on GPA.
The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0. The GPA cut-off for those offered a place in 2019 was 5.63.
English language requirements
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.
TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.
Pearsons - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.
CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.
BE and OET are not accepted.
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Additional application information
- Hold a bachelor degree; study in fields such as health, humanities, education, social, physical or biological sciences is recommended.
- If the bachelor degree was completed more than 10 years prior to program commencement, have subsequently completed a postgraduate qualification, or a minimum of 8 units/4 courses of university level study.
Domestic students enrolled in the MAudSt may be eligible for income support and should contact Centrelink.
At the commencement of the program you must obtain, and thereafter hold for the duration of the program, a current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and Blue Card. You will also be required to provide evidence that you do not carry blood-borne transmissible viruses or tuberculosis (TB) and comply with a schedule of immunisations. See habs.uq.edu.au/placement-ready
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.
Additional application information
This program has limited intake capacity.
At the commencement of the program you must obtain, and thereafter hold for the duration of the program, a current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and Blue Card. You will also be required to provide evidence that you do not carry blood-borne transmissible viruses or tuberculosis (TB) and comply with a schedule of immunisations. See habs.uq.edu.au/placement-ready
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Master of Audiology Studies are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.
Fees and Scholarships
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
Indicative annual fee
AUD $47,136
Indicative annual fee 2020
This indicative annual fee is the cost of enrolling in the Master of Audiology Studies for the 2020 academic year. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load (16 units per academic year).
If you enrol in a larger or smaller study load, your fees will be calculated on a proportionate basis. All fees are reviewed annually.
FEE-HELP
Domestic students who are accepted into the Master of Audiology Studies pay tuition fees.
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Indicative annual fee
AUD $27,940
Indicative annual fee 2020
This indicative annual fee is the average cost of enrolling in the Master of Audiology Studies at 2020 fee rates. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load (16 units per academic year).
The average fee would be less for part-time study. Actual fees will vary according to your choice of courses, their unit value and the time you take to complete this program. Fees may be higher in later years as all fees are reviewed annually.
Additional costs
- Annual CPR re-certification (approximately $60 per year)
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $155 renewed every 3 years)
- A clinical uniform shirt is required and may be purchased from the School.
- Costs for vaccinations and serology are the responsibility of the student and will vary based on individual and program requirements.
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
Scholarships
Make your university experience more affordable with a scholarship. Opportunities include:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Master of Audiology Studies is 5145.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Master of Audiology Studies is 5145.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying - or if you have any questions about Uni - get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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