BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Audiology) at Swansea University

Programme overview

The Audiology degree gives an expert understanding of the science of hearing and balance and the pathological conditions affecting them. It combines academic work with clinical experience, using diagnostic equipment and software in clinical and research facilities, with observation in the Health and Wellbeing Academy and placements at hospitals across Wales.

Department: School of Health and Social Care | Duration: 3 years full-time (blended study) | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers professional and clinical practice for audiology, anatomy and physiology, neurosensory anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, and neurosensory science. Year 2 includes audiological science 1, sensory aids 1, vestibular assessment and management and a work-based placement, and Year 3 includes audiological science 2, sensory aids 2, a research project and a second placement.

Career pathways

Graduates enter the audiology profession, with NHS audiologist starting salary of GBP 32,073 rising to GBP 39,043 with experience, and further study opportunities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical A-level offer minimum BBB with at least one in maths, biology or chemistry; Access to Science: Distinction and Merit profile (Access to Healthcare and Access to Healthcare and Nursing not accepted); BTEC DDD; Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: Pass at B plus either BB at A level (at least one in a science) or DD at BTEC; Irish Leaving Certificate 360. Minimum five GCSE passes at grade A-C including Welsh/English language, Maths and Science. Applicants who meet the entry requirements are invited to interview (in person or by telephone or video call). Offers are conditional on a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (or approved equivalent), an occupational health declaration and assessment, and a satisfactory educational reference.

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time (blended study)

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