Program Overview

Programme: MA in Audiology

The MA in Audiology programme is offered by the Faculty of Humanities, Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.

Programme Information

The programme has a minimum duration of study of 1 year and consists of 180 credits at NQF level 09.

Admission Requirements

General Admission Regulations

All applications must be accompanied by the following documents:

1. Certified full academic transcripts from undergraduate to current level
2. Certified copy of ID or passport
3. A research concept note (not applicable to honours or coursework master's degrees) All applicants with international qualifications must submit the following documents:
4. A SAQA evaluation of the completed qualification or a comprehensive Foreign Qualification Report
5. TOEFL or IELTS or Pearson Test of English or Oxford Test of English test results (if applicable)
6. Certified copy of passport All postgraduate applications are subject to departmental admissions processes. Admissions is based on the content of and performance in the prior degree, bridging arrangements (where required), academic merit and prior work experience (if applicable). Admission to all qualifications is subject to supervisory capacity and/or research projects in the field of specialisation in a department, therefore the relevant department has the right to limit the number of students per year. Complying with the minimum admissions requirements, does not automatically guarantee admission to the degree. Proposed research studies for masters and doctoral applicants should align with the research focus of the relevant department. If a qualifying candidate has expressed an interest in a field of study that the relevant department cannot accommodate, the applicant may be considered for an alternative project. All postgraduate applicants must be proficient in English as English is the official language of tuition, communication and correspondence at the University of Pretoria. Candidates who cannot provide evidence that previous studies were completed in English, must submit TOEFL or IELTS or Pearson Test of English or Oxford Test of English test results with their application. All applicants must be computer literate. All students need to have access to an internet enabled device, as well as consistent email and internet access. Allowance will be made for the diversity profile of students in accordance with the University strategy.

Minimum Admissions Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Audiology (NQF level 8) or relevant honours degree (NQF level 8)
2. A cumulative weighted average of at least 65% for the bachelor's degree or a weighted average of at least 65% for the honours degree

Core Modules

• ODL 891: Dissertation: Audiology 891
  • Credits: 180.00
  • Module content: An expert scientific and advanced research on an approved research project. Specialised knowledge of a selected field in audiology, the analysis, transformation, and evaluation of abstract data and concepts, and the creation of appropriate responses to resolve contextual abstract problems. Independent planning, resourcing, and managing processes within broad parameters and functions. The use of computer programs for analysis and/or report writing is required.