Program Overview

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Healthcare Science (Audiology) BSc Honours

Why choose an Audiology BSc Honours at Middlesex?

Our audiology degree equips you with the skills and knowledge to confidently enter the field of audiology. You'll be taught by experienced academics on a course accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science and developed to meet the requirements of the National School of Healthcare Science.

What will you gain?

The NHS has recognised a skills shortage in audiology, and our course is designed to equip you with specialist skills and real-world experience that meet the demands of the healthcare sector.

Professional accreditations

This programme is accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science

Access state-of-the-art facilities

You'll have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the Hendon campus and StoneX Stadium with specialist spaces, simulation suites, specialist labs and much more

Excellent industry connections

The University's excellent relationships with local NHS Trusts ensure you have access to placements in some of London's most prestigious healthcare institutions

About your course

You will learn to apply scientific principles of healthcare science to patient care and gain the confidence to carry out the diagnostic and therapeutic investigations required for the role of a Healthcare Science Practitioner in Audiology. Honing your skills, you will learn how to perform a wide range of clinical procedures in accordance with health and safety guidelines, and within the scope of practice and professional codes of conduct. You will develop the understanding and confidence to execute procedures in audiology including pure tone audiometry, tympanometry and hearing aid programming & verification.

Year 1 overview

A broad scientific background focusing on biological and psychosocial principles relevant to patient care. Clinical training commences with aspects of patient contact.

Specialist Diagnostics (30 credits) - Compulsory

The module aims to lay the groundwork for students by introducing you to the fundamental principles of physics and mathematics relevant to healthcare science. The comprehensive approach, coupled with a focus on specific pathways and practical applications, aims to prepare you with the skills needed for successful and effective practice in your chosen field of healthcare science.

Clinical Anatomy and Physiology (30 credits) - Compulsory

The module offers a robust foundation in healthcare sciences, with a focus on specialisation in either cardiovascular and respiratory or neurosensory sciences. The integration of theory and practice aims to provide you with a well-rounded education, fostering a deep understanding of the chosen specialist pathway and preparing you for future roles in healthcare sciences.

Professional Practice (30 credits) - Compulsory

The module is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for a career as a Healthcare Science Practitioner while fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and globally-conscious approach to patient care. This includes insights into the diverse roles and responsibilities of an allied health practitioner, enhanced communication strategies within a multidisciplinary environment, and an emphasis on team-based learning and co-leadership practices.

Biological Basis of Healthcare (30 credits) - Compulsory

The module aims to provide you with basic knowledge and understanding of the biology related to healthcare, with a solid foundation upon which to build the knowledge and skills required to work as a Healthcare Science Practitioner.

Year 2 overview

Specialisation begins with extensive teaching in dedicated skills labs. Clinical practice advances with training in diagnostics and research methods.

Principles of Diagnostic Audiology (30 credits) - Compulsory

The module aims to provide you with knowledge and understanding of principles and properties of measurement techniques used in carrying out physiological measurements. The module also investigates the principles and applications of a wide range of physiological techniques and application of digital signal acquisition, storage and analysis.

Practical Diagnostic Audiology (30 credits) - Compulsory

The module allows you to solidify their theoretical understanding of the fundamentals of Audiology, by enabling you to practice and apply your knowledge through carrying out testing and using genuine diagnostic equipment. Furthermore, the module looks to develop your communications skills by allowing you to practice patient interactions such as patient instructions and history taking.

Research Methods and Professional Practice (30 credits) - Compulsory

This module is designed to equip you with the essential skills required for planning, executing, and evaluating research, setting the stage for your final-year project. Concurrently, it aims to enhance fundamental research competencies necessary for scientific inquiry, applicable across various disciplines. These encompass tailored analytical methods to meet specific program needs. The module further provides an understanding of how scientific research is translated into practical applications, exploring the dynamics of innovation and the dissemination of knowledge.

Audiology Specialities: Vestibular, Paediatrics and Hearing Therapy (15 credits) - Compulsory

The module provides you with an introduction of the fundamentals of Paediatric Audiology, Vestibular Function Assessments and Hearing Therapy.

Medical Instrumentation and Imaging (15 credits) - Compulsory

The module provides you with an introduction of the fundamentals of Audiology. It aims to build the foundations of the clinical and practical theory required for practitioners to understand and apply differential diagnostic procedures in line with National guidance.

Year 3 overview

Patient contact predominates in the final year. Your dissertation will bring together elements of academic training and clinical practice.

Practical Aural Rehabilitation (30 credits) - Compulsory

The module allows you to solidify your theoretical understanding of the fundamentals of Aural Rehabilitation and Hearing aid amplification. It enables you to practice and apply your knowledge through carrying out validation and verification measures using genuine fitting equipment and software platforms. Furthermore, the module looks to develop your communications skills by allowing you to practice patient interactions such as administering outcome questionnaires.

Aural Rehabilitation and Hearing Aid Amplification (30 credits) - Compulsory

The module aims to build the fundamentals of the clinical and practical theory required for practitioners to understand and apply differential Aural Rehabilitation measures in a clinical setting.

Professional Practice (includes EPA) (30 credits) - Compulsory

This module is a pivotal stage in your education as a healthcare science student, bridging the gap between academic learning and practical application. It aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for effective and competent practice as healthcare science practitioners.

Final Year Project (30 credits) - Compulsory

This module enhances skills from Research Methods, promoting further development in analytical thinking, critical evaluation, and scientific writing. It enables you to delve into areas of personal interest within their field, advancing your theoretical and practical knowledge in specialised areas.

Teaching and learning

Teaching

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, laboratory practicals, demonstrations, or external visits. Lectures allow you to gain and develop knowledge in specific subjects. You can discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures and practicals in smaller seminar groups usually made up of 10-30 students. In addition, you can arrange one-to-one sessions with your personal tutor or module leader. You will also have access to and use resources to support your learning including; MyLearning, which is our virtual learning environment and online journals and books, throughout your course. Your work will be divided into credits of approximately 10 hours of study time. You will need to complete 120 credits per year, which are broken down into modules of typically 30 credits.

Where will I study?

You will be studying at our north London campus in Hendon and at our new West Stand facility at StoneX Stadium, Barnet and at your placement location.

Timetable

Work placements are a key element of the course. Over the three years, you may spend up to 50 weeks in NHS clinical physiology departments at hospitals in London or the South East. This time will be divided over the 3 years of the course.

Facilities and support

Facilities

Our Sheppard Library has over 1000 study areas with and 600 computer spaces, with some areas open 24 hours a day

Student support

We offer lots of support to help you while you're studying including financial advice, wellbeing, mental health, and disability support.

Careers

How can the BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology) support your career?

The NHS is one of the largest employers in the world and this degree provides you with the skills, knowledge and experience to work at the heart of the NHS as a healthcare scientist in audiology. The NHS has recognised a skills shortage in this area and our course is designed to meet the requirements of the sector.

Work placements

Placements are a key element of the course. Over the three years, you may spend up to a total of 50 weeks in NHS clinical physiology departments at hospitals in London or the South East. The availability and operation of these placements is subject to the control of the placement organisation.

Entry requirements

Qualifications

• UCAS Points: 120 UCAS points with 32 in Science
• A-Level: BBB including a C or above from a science subject
• BTEC: DDM in a science subject
• Access requirements: Overall pass in a relevant subject: must include 45 credits at level 3, of which all 45 must be at Merit or higher
• Combinations: A combination of A Level, BTEC and other accepted qualifications that total 120 UCAS Tariff points including 32 points in science

Eligibility

UK students are eligible to apply for this course. International students are not eligible to apply.

Interviews

Interviews are held virtually and on campus.

Fees and funding

Fees

The fees below are for the 2026/27 academic year:

• UK students: £9,535*
• Part-time: £79 per taught credit

*Depending on the duration of your study, your tuition fees for subsequent academic years may be subject to further inflationary increases (most recently, the UK government has suggested that increases may be linked to the All-Items Retail Prices Index – RPIX) in line with any additional rise in the tuition fee cap set by the UK government. Any annual increase in tuition fees will be notified to students at the earliest opportunity in advance of the academic year to which any applicable inflationary rise may apply.

Additional costs

The following study tools are included in your fees:

• Free access to the resources, learning materials and software you need to succeed on your course
• Free laptop loans for up to 24 hours
• Free printing for academic paperwork
• Free online training with LinkedIn Learning.

Scholarships and bursaries

To help make uni affordable, we do everything we can to support you including our:

• MDX Excellence Scholarship offers grants of up to £2,000 per year for UK students
• Regional or International Merit Awards which reward International students with up to £2,000 towards course fees
• Our MDX Student Starter Kit to help with up to £1,000 of goods, including a new laptop or iPad.