Program Overview
The BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology) at the University of Manchester is a three-year program that trains students to become clinical audiologists and hearing aid dispensers. It features 48 weeks of clinical experience and is taught by experts at the Manchester Centre for Audiology and Deafness. Upon completion, graduates are eligible for registration with the AHCS and HCPC, opening up career opportunities in various settings, including NHS hospitals, private practices, research, and education.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology) program at the University of Manchester is a three-year undergraduate degree designed to train students to become clinical audiologists and hearing aid dispensers. The program aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to practice in the field of audiology, making them eligible for registration with the AHCS and HCPC upon completion.
Key Features:
- Clinical Experience: The program includes 48 weeks of clinical experience, providing students with practical skills in various settings, including in-house labs, NHS placements, and independent sector placements.
Careers:
Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to become clinical audiologists and hearing aid dispensers. This opens up a range of career opportunities in various settings, including:
- Private Practices: Offering hearing aid dispensing and other audiological services.
- Research: Conducting research in audiology and related fields.
- Education: Teaching and training future audiologists.
Other:
- Practical Skills Labs and Clinical Placements: The program includes practical skills labs and clinical placements, which may be subject to change and are under continuous review.
- Scholarships/Sponsorships: Some students may be eligible for financial support from the University.
- Related Subject Areas: Links are provided to view lists of courses in related subject areas, such as Speech and Hearing and Public Health.
