MSc Audiology (Pre-Registration) at Queen Margaret University

Programme overview

The MSc Audiology (Pre-Registration) is a fast-track route to qualification for graduates, particularly from linguistics, psychology, physics, audio engineering, biological sciences and speech and language therapy. Fourteen modules integrate academic learning with NHS clinical placement.

What you will study

Modules include Adult and Paediatric Audiological Assessment, Adult Aural Rehabilitation, Paediatric Aural Habilitation, Audiological Science (40 credits), Vestibular Assessment and Rehabilitation, Advanced Audiological Assessment, Multi-disciplinary Working, Research Methods, a clinical placement in an NHS audiology department and a 60-credit research dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates are eligible to register as an Audiologist with the Academy for Healthcare Science and can apply for NHS Band 5 or 6 jobs; an additional online module gives eligibility to apply for HCPC registration as a Hearing Aid Dispenser.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An upper second-class honours degree or above in a science or related subject (mathematics, physics, biological sciences, psychology, linguistics, speech and language therapy). Personal statement should show motivation, understanding of the profession and reflection on experience. PVG scheme check and occupational health check required. International applicants: IELTS 7.0 overall with no component below 6.5. Course stays open until capacity is reached.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,710 a year (2027/28). Scotland/RUK/ROI. Full-time; year 1 fee shown. Year 2: £11,710. Fixed for the duration of the course. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,970 a year (2027/28). Full-time; year 1 fee shown. Year 2: £22,970. Fixed for the duration of the course. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full time

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