Combined Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy
A unique four-year program integrating clinical training and research in audiology at Australia’s only university offering this dual qualification.
Best for:Best for graduates with a strong background in audiology or related health sciences who are eager to combine clinical training with research in hearing and communication disorders.
Overview
This combined Master of Clinical Audiology and Doctor of Philosophy program at The University of Western Australia (UWA) is designed for students seeking to specialize in audiology while pursuing advanced research. Audiology focuses on preventing, assessing, and rehabilitating hearing loss and communication disorders. The program blends intensive coursework—requiring full-time attendance for modules—with clinical placements in external audiology clinics, totaling approximately 500 hours. Students gain hands-on experience while conducting research, culminating in a PhD thesis. This opportunity is ideal for those passionate about clinical practice and academic research in audiology.
What you'll do
- Complete intensive coursework modules requiring full-time attendance (40 hours per week) over seven-week periods.
- Participate in clinical placements in external audiology clinics, totaling around 500 hours across the degree.
- Conduct independent research under academic supervision, leading to a Doctor of Philosophy thesis.
- Develop clinical skills in assessing and rehabilitating hearing loss and communication disorders.
- Engage in evidence-based practice and contribute to advancements in audiology research.
Requirements
Degree required: An honours degree of at least a 2A level, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Graduate Research School and Faculty of the university.
Degree offered: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Language: English proficiency (not explicitly stated but implied for academic and clinical work)
Instruction: English
- Proven academic excellence in audiology or a related health science field.
- Ability to meet full-time attendance requirements for intensive modules.
- Commitment to clinical placements and hands-on patient care.
- Strong research aptitude and ability to conduct independent academic research.
- Must hold a current National Police Certificate, National Criminal History Check, or equivalent certification from the country of residence, valid for 12 months.
- Must satisfy the requirements of Doctor of Philosophy Rule 2 (specific UWA guidelines).
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Applicants must submit an online application through the UWA portal, including academic transcripts, a research proposal, and a personal statement. Additional documents may include a current National Police Certificate or equivalent. Contact the Graduate Research School for detailed application instructions.
- CV or resume
- Academic transcripts (honours degree or equivalent)
- Personal statement or research proposal
- Current National Police Certificate or equivalent certification
- Two or three academic references
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