You will learn how people develop, or are born with, hearing and/or balance difficulties; how to test for hearing and balance problems and how to rehabilitate or habilitate patients with these problems. You will learn the theory and science underpinning these practical clinical skills, including acoustics and the anatomy and physiology of the auditory and vestibular systems.
Our teaching is evidence-based and research-led. We offer research projects supervised by some of the world’s leading academics researching the ear and ear disorders.
The Audiological Science MSc is an academic qualification. It does not enable you to apply for registration as a qualified audiologist or hearing aid dispenser practising in the UK.
Audiological Sciences MSc will provide you with the broad theoretical knowledge to consider pursuing a career as an audiologist in the NHS or private sector, or work as a hearing aid dispenser. You will gain practical knowledge and skills related to core clinical procedures. You will also develop research and critical skills by undertaking an independent research project giving you the opportunity to focus on a specific area of interest within audiology.
As well as working as audiologists, our graduates have pursued academic or research careers, working with large hearing aid manufacturers and in other health-related roles. International students have used the knowledge and skills gained to promote and develop audiological services in their countries. Read our alumni testimonials to find out more.
Some of our graduates have successfully transferred to the MSc Audiological Science with Clinical Practice subject to availability and a competitive interview process and are now practising audiologists in the NHS or private sector.
100% of our students were in full-time work within 15 months after completing their course (HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023—2024).
You will benefit from the range of clinical and research expertise among our staff. The UCL Ear Institute is one of the largest and most broad-based academic units for research into hearing and deafness in the UK. Our teaching staff include some of the most influential clinicians and researchers in the field of ear disorders, and draw from their experience in hearing, tinnitus, and balance disorders.