Charles Darwin University
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Become a clinical audiologist with this accredited Master's degree that combines theoretical knowledge with extensive clinical practice. Designed for healthcare professionals seeking to specialize in hearing and balance assessment and rehabilitation across all age groups, with particular focus on First Nations health.
Applicants must hold a recognized bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification with at least a pass average (GPA of 4.0). Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is required. A national and/or international police check and current Working with Children check are mandatory for placement eligibility. Students must complete an immunization schedule prior to commencing placements. English language proficiency requirements must be met through previous study in English or approved English language tests (IELTS 7.0 minimum for international students, 6.0 for domestic students).
The course comprises 160 credit points across 16 core units covering: Theoretical Foundations of Hearing, Hearing Assessment, Introduction to Clinical Practice, Hearing Aids (two units), Paediatric Audiology (two units), Electrophysiological and Vestibular Assessment, Aural Rehabilitation, Advanced Rehabilitation, Clinical Audiology Placements (three work-integrated learning units totaling 50 days), Inclusive Practice for Diverse Populations, Indigenous Knowledges and Wellbeing, Research Skills for Health Professionals, and Health Promotion. All units are 10 credit points each.
Charles Darwin University is ranked #2 in Australia for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024) and top 5 for postgraduate teaching quality in health services and support. CDU is uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous and Asia-Pacific health, tropical medicine, and issues of international importance. The university offers placements and research opportunities across the Northern Territory, Australia, and globally, with dedicated support services for First Nations and international students. CDU's people-first approach provides flexible study options enabling students to balance study with work and family commitments.
Graduates of the Master of Clinical Audiology become qualified clinical audiologists working in diverse healthcare settings including hospitals, audiology clinics, Ear Nose and Throat practices, and hearing aid centres. Clinical audiologists diagnose and treat hearing and balance disorders in patients of all ages, conducting audiological assessments, providing hearing aid fittings, cochlear implant programming, and offering rehabilitation services. The qualification opens pathways to leadership roles in healthcare and opportunities to work in regional, rural, and remote locations across Australia, particularly in First Nations communities.
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