B.Sc. Healthcare Science (Audiology)

University of Manchester

Bachelor's degree

In Manchester

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Manchester

  • Start date

    September

The BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology) course is a 3 year course of entry level training for clinical audiologists within the NHS and hearing aid dispensers in the independent sector. Within the MSC framework, Audiology is grouped with Neurophysiology and Vision Sciences and elements of these areas will also form part of the first year of this course. The course covers theoretical, practical and clinical aspects of audiology and related neurosensory topics. Academic components are studied throughout all three years. In years one and two, substantial practical skills training takes place in the well equipped HCD laboratories and clinics. Supervised clinical education and practice takes place within NHS clinics during each of the three years.

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Manchester (Greater Manchester)
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Oxford Road, M13 9PL

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Subjects

  • Audiology
  • Healthcare
  • NHS Training
  • Skills and Training

Course programme

Course Content
  • Written assignments
  • Reflective writing
  • Creative reflection
  • Poster presentations
  • Group tasks
  • Problem based learning
  • Case studies
  • OSCE Practical skills examinations
  • Formal end of semester examinations
  • Receive a general foundation in healthcare science including general anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology of the neurosensory systems
  • Learn the technology involved in relation to diagnostic testing procedures. Explore the perception of disease and health psychology
  • Learn about specific techniques for evaluating hearing (and other senses) including brain processing and how we as health care professionals can help improve the quality of peoples' lives
  • Start to develop your practical skills in conducting various clinical test procedures, including hearing and balance assessments
  • Develop your communication skills, to allow you to communicate effectively with people who experience hearing loss
  • We will also introduce the basic principles and theories that underpin aural rehabilitation and explore its role in relation to a patient centered approach to health care delivery
  • Leadership in Action Online Unit
  • In this final year you will work with your academic advisor to plan and prepare your next steps into your chosen career or planned further study. Preparation for clinical practice sessions will be delivered by the Audiology Employability Lead, service managers from the NHS and Independent sector organisations.

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