Course summary
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, biomedical science, speech and language therapy or some combination of these). The course is organised in three broad strands. You will study supporting subjects such as linguistics, anatomy, physiology, psychology, neurology and research methods. You will learn theoretical audiology knowledge relating to hearing and balance, and you will carry out an element of professional practice through placement-based and university-based learning of practical clinical skills, clinical decision-making, reflection and professional issues. Knowledge, understanding and skills acquired in the theoretical modules are integrated and applied to clinical practice throughout the course. This course only runs every two years. The next start date is likely to be September 2024. Applications for this will not open until October 2023.
Modules
Modules: Neurology for speech therapy and audiology; linguistics and culture in signed and spoken languages; advanced audiological assessment; multidisciplinary working; audiological assessment; aural habilitation and rehabilitation; technology for hearing impairment; vestibular assessment and rehabilitation; research methods; audiological clinical skills; professional practice for audiology; clinical audiology 1,2 and 3; dissertation.
Assessment method
A variety of assessments are used for example essays, individual presentations, electronic portfolios, group discussions, case studies, practical skills as well as a final dissertation.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- The Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP)
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
International applicants
Learn more about joining us as an international student on our website here https://www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/international-students/
Entry requirements
First or second class honours degree in a science or related subject (eg mathematics, physics, biological sciences, psychology, linguistics, speech language therapy). International: Where your honours degree has not been studied in English, you will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at IELTS 6.5 overall with no element below 6.5 for reading and writing and 6.0 for speaking and listening. Criminal records check: A satisfactory criminal records check will be required.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £11150 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £11150 | Year 1 |
| England | £11150 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11150 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11150 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11150 | Year 1 |
| International | £21875 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
2024/25 Postgraduate Pre-Registration
PLEASE NOTE: Fees are per year, our Pre-Registration courses are two year courses.
Fees detailed exclude any dissertation or 'top-up' fees.
These are full-time fees for QMU's Pre-Registration courses and applies for the following: MSc Dietetics (Pre-Registration), MSc Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration), MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration), MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration), MSc Podiatry (Pre-Registration), MSc Speech & Language Therapy (Pre-Registration), MSc Therapeutic Radiography (Pre-Registration) and MSc Audiology (Pre-Registration).
Sponsorship information
For information on any available scholarships at QMU, please visit https://www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/fees-and-funding/scholarships-for-new-students/
Provider information
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
Queen Margaret University Drive
Musselburgh
Edinburgh
EH21 6UU