{ "availability": true, "data": { "awardTitle": "Master of Clinical Audiology", "advertisedTitle": "Master of Clinical Audiology", "totalCreditPoints": 240, "offerYear": 2027, "studentType": "International", "locationDisplayName": "Melbourne", "deliveryModeCode": "MM", "deliveryModeDescription": "Multi-Modal", "cricosCourseCode": "080780D", "isFlexibleLocation": false, "majors": [], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": true, "instance": false, "indicativeFees": true, "startDates": true }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": null }, "startDates": "LTU Term 1 (January 2027)", "duration": "2 years full-time", "prerequisite": "", "courseDescription": "<p>Whether you're building on your existing study in health or seeking specialised skills for the next stage of your career, La Trobe's Master of Clinical Audiology is your springboard to a rewarding career as an audiologist.<\/p><p>With class sizes that ensure you'll receive personal support, we'll equip you with knowledge and skills in advanced audiology. You'll develop a fundamental understanding of the nature of sound, as well as speech and auditory perception.<\/p><p>Your teachers will be leading academics and industry professionals with current knowledge of audiology best practice. They'll guide you through pre-clinical and clinical study so you understand the practical aspects of audiology.<\/p><p>What's more, you'll undertake extensive professional clinical placements with local and interstate clinical placement partners \u2013 so you build the confidence to practice upon graduation.<\/p><p>Be ready to change lives. Start building the skills now to make a difference well into the future.<\/p><p>You&#39;ll learn:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Diagnostics<\/strong><ul><li>Learn the foundational clinical assessment procedures used in the audiological evaluation of adult and child patients, including otoscopy, tympanometry, audiometry, otoacoustic emissions and electrophysiological assessments.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Acoustics<\/strong><ul><li>Understand the nature of sound (acoustics) and auditory perception (psychoacoustics), then apply your knowledge to practical areas of audiology.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Hearing loss and rehabilitation<\/strong><ul><li>Learn how to select an appropriate hearing aid and\/or assistive listening device. Understand the impact of hearing loss and how to manage and rehabilitate complex clients, and explore hearing loss prevention.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Paediatric audiology<\/strong><ul><li>Learn about causes of hearing loss in children, auditory processing disorders and the impact of childhood hearing impairment.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"footnote\">The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCriInAddToAtar": "", "selRankAdj": "", "otherAdmOpts": "" }, "higherEd": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "vet": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "wle": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "prerequisite": "<p><span>Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).<\/span><\/p><p>Specialisation - compulsory: Social, physical, biological or health sciences.<\/p><p>WAM - Weighted Average Mark (WAM) 70%<\/p><p>Applicants who wish to use postgraduate study for entry will be considered if the postgraduate study is in a related field such as social, physical, biological or health sciences, and the applicant has completed a minimum of 1 year's full-time study at postgraduate level, awarded within the last 10 years.<\/p>", "academicEntReq": "", "essentialRequirementsInherent": "<div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-0\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Behavioural and relational skills<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-0\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p>Students must be able to manage their own responses and behaviour to work effectively in a range of learning environments with diverse people and tasks. This includes the capacity to be receptive and respond appropriately to constructive feedback. Students should also be able to work with others in a team or group environment and make and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of individuals in order to complete tasks or for professional practice.<\/p><p>See also: <a href=\"https:\/\/policies.latrobe.edu.au\/document\/view.php?id=60\"> Student Behaviours Policy<\/a><\/p><p><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p>Students must be able to demonstrate professional regulatory requirements and standards which dictates the scope of <a href=\"https:\/\/audiology.asn.au\/consumer-hub\/code-of-conduct\/\">clinical audiology practice<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Cognition<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-1\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p>Students must be able to locate, acquire, retain and apply knowledge as part of their learning and for assessment. They must have the ability to sustain their attention over a designated period, maintain their focus in a variety of learning environments and remember information long enough to complete tasks in a reasonable and safe timeframe.<\/p><p><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p>Safe and effective delivery of clinical audiological management is based on comprehensive knowledge that must be sourced, understood and applied appropriately. Students must be able to demonstrate: capacity to locate appropriate and relevant information, the ability to process information relevant to practice, and the ability to integrate and implement knowledge into practice in a timely manner.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-2\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Sensory (visual, auditory, tactile, olfaction)<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-2\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p>Students should possess the ability to interact with visual, auditory or tactile inputs sufficiently to manage their learning environment and to meet professional performance needs.<\/p><p><em><strong>Course-Specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p>Auditory and visual assessments of patients is fundamental to safe and effective clinical audiological practice. Students must demonstrate enough visual and aural function to undertake required range of skills, tasks and assessments to maintain consistent, accurate and safe care to self and others.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-3\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Strength and mobility<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-3\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p><strong>Fine motor skills <\/strong><\/p><p>Students should possess the manual dexterity and fine motor skills sufficient to manage their learning environment and ultimately professional performance needs.<\/p><p><em><strong>Course-Specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><\/p><p>Audiology students are required to undertake tasks that involve being able to grasp, press, push, turn, squeeze and manipulate various objects. Students must be able to demonstrate and perform these tasks consistently and safely to reduce the risk of harm to self and others.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>", "engReq": "<p><span>7.0 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 7.0.<\/span><\/p><br><p><span>Please refer to our <a title=\"Language requirements\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/apply\/international\/requirements\" rel=\"nofollow\">Language requirements<\/a> page for details of other accepted English proficiency tests and additional recognised English language proficiency measures, such as English as the language of instruction.<\/span><\/p><br><p>IELTS, TOEFL and PTE are the only English Proficiency tests accepted for entry into this course.<\/p>", "hasEngReqAlt": false }, "vtacCodes": null, "courseStructure": "<section id=\"course-structure\" class=\"sublayout-1\"><div class=\"ds-block\"> <p><b>To qualify for the award of Master of Clinical Audiology, students must complete a total of 240 credit points across 2 years.<\/b><\/p><\/div><div class=\"ds-block ds-block--full-width course-structure-content\"><div class=\"ds-tabs\"><div class=\"ds-tabs-nav ds-block\" role=\"tablist\"><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"tab1\" id=\"tab1trigger\" >Year 1<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab2\" id=\"tab2trigger\" >Year 2<\/button><\/div><div class=\"ds-content-chunk\" data-bg-color=\"lightest\"><div id=\"tab1\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab1trigger\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 1 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab2\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab2trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 2 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-1\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th> Subject name<\/th> <th> Subject code<\/th> <th> Year<\/th> <th> Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU0AIM\" target=\"_blank\">ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU0AIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ABS0WOM\" target=\"_blank\">WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION<\/a><\/td> <td> ABS0WOM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD4002\" target=\"_blank\">AUDIO-VESTIBULAR ANATOMY, PATHOLOGY AND PHYSIOLOGY <\/a><\/td> <td> AUD4002<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD4001\" target=\"_blank\">DIAGNOSTICS I: ADULT ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD4001<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD5001\" target=\"_blank\">DIAGNOSTICS II: OBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES <\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5001<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD4003\" target=\"_blank\">FOUNDATIONS OF COMMUNICATION AND AURAL REHABILITATION<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD4003<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD5002\" target=\"_blank\">PAEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5002<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD4CAA\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE - CLINICAL AUDIOLOGY A<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD4CAA<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD5CAB\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE - CLINICAL AUDIOLOGY B<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5CAB<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD5006\" target=\"_blank\">SOLUTIONS IN HEARING CARE AND AURAL REHABILITATION 1<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5006<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2027\/AUD5CAD\" target=\"_blank\">CLINICAL AUDIOLOGY D<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5CAD<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD5004\" target=\"_blank\">ETHICAL BUSINESS PRACTICE IN AUDIOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5004<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2027\/AUD5CAC\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE - CLINICAL AUDIOLOGY C<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5CAC<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD5005\" target=\"_blank\">RESEARCH METHODS IN AUDIOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5005<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2027\/AUD5007\" target=\"_blank\">SOLUTIONS IN HEARING CARE AND AURAL REHABILITATION 2<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5007<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD5008\" target=\"_blank\">SOLUTIONS IN HEARING CARE AND AURAL REHABILITATION 3<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5008<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/AUD5IRA\" target=\"_blank\">INDEPENDENT RESEARCH IN AUDIOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> AUD5IRA<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p><strong><em>Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)<\/em><\/strong><br \/>During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. WBL placements will generally be arranged by the Office of the Provost Placements and WBL Team at La Trobe University. The number of hours undertaken can vary considerably, depending on the requirements of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.<\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2027\/HMAUD\" target='_blank'>Melbourne<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Critically integrate theoretical and\/or practical knowledge of the discipline of audiology with the ability to apply knowledge and skills as required by Audiology Australia<\/li><li>Collaborate, advocate and communicate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders using advanced verbal, non-verbal and written skills<\/li><li>Adhere to and apply knowledge and skills as ethically and socially responsible health professionals, with adaptability to practice in and advocate for a socially diverse community<\/li><li>Critically analyse research evidence, policy and legislation to enable knowledge translation for ethically informed and evidence based audiological practice<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>After graduation, you could work in major hospitals, private audiology clinics and research facilities.<\/p><p>Possible roles include:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Clinical audiologist (private practice)<\/strong><ul><li>Provide diagnostic and\/or rehabilitative hearing services to private clients. Perform diagnostic hearing assessments and, where appropriate, develop and implement individualised aural rehabilitation programs.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Clinical audiologist (institutional)<\/strong><ul><li>Perform a range of diagnostic hearing and balance tests for paediatric and adult patients in hospital and other large institutions. Work in multidisciplinary teams and participate in clinical research.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Research audiologist<\/strong><ul><li>Conduct clinical research to support the manufacturing of medical and surgical equipment. Evaluate novel sound-coding strategies, develop new cochlear implant designs and create pre-processing algorithms.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>", "professionalRecognition": "<p>The Master of Clinical Audiology is accredited by Audiology Australia. Graduates of the Master of Clinical Audiology may apply for membership with Audiology Australia. Membership may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.<\/p>", "fees": { "overview": "A$51 200 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "showFeeLegislationMsg": false, "amountDescription": "A$51 200 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "essentialRequirementsSelection": "<h4>Clinical placements (accommodation and travel costs)<\/h4><p><p><span>Clinical placements may incur accommodation, meals and travel costs and these will vary depending on the placement venue (occasionally interstate) and duration. Payment of these costs are the students responsibility.<\/span><\/p><\/p><h4>First aid\/CPR certificate<\/h4><p><p>First Aid and\/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the degree. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Immunisations<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.<br \/><br \/>Depending on a students immunisation history, the overall costs for vaccination may be up to AUD$1030. Students are responsible for all costs incurred. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Police record check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Police Check which is renewed annually. Students will have access to a reduced fee when applying via a La Trobe University provider. For more information on what a police check entails, refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.vic.gov.au\/homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\">Victoria Police<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p><h4>Uniform and badge<\/h4><p><p>Students should allow approximately AUD$70 for a uniform and name badge. Equipment is optional at an approximate cost of AUD$50 - AUD$450. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; however La Trobe University branded uniforms must be purchased from a university-approved vendor; these items remain the student's personal property.<\/p><\/p><h4>Working with Children Check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC). There is no cost for a volunteer WWCC. For more information and costs refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au\" rel=\"nofollow\">Working with Children Check Victoria<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p>", "eligibleForCspLoan": false, "eligibleForErpLoan": false } }, "content": { "atarDistributionReport": null }, "softContent": { "contactCta": { "primaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/student-latrobe.studylink.com", "text": "Apply now" }, "secondaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/consultation.latrobe.edu.au\/s\/home-international", "text": "Book a 1:1 consultation" }, "overwriteHeadline": "<h2>Build specialised skills. Transform lives.<\/h2>\r\n<h3 style=\"color: black;\">Applications now open<\/h3>\r\n<ul><li>Develop a fundamental understanding of the nature of sound, as well as speech and auditory perception.<\/li><li>Learn the foundational clinical assessment procedures used in the audiological evaluation of adult and child patients.<\/li><li>Undertake extensive professional clinical placements with local and interstate clinical placement partner.<\/li><li>Get taught by leading academics and industry professionals with current knowledge of audiology best practice.<\/li><\/ul>\r\n", "headline": "<p class=\"h2\">Applications now open<\/p>", "subheadline": "<p>There's never been a better time to build new skills and follow your passion. Apply now to secure your place at La Trobe.<\/p>", "contactCallBtn": { "show": true, "link": "tel:+61394791993", "text": "Call (+61 3) 9479 1993" }, "contactConsultBtn": { "show": true, "link": "https:\/\/consultation.latrobe.edu.au\/s\/home-international", "text": "Book a one-on-one" }, "contactChatBtn": { "show": true, "link": "https://www.latrobe.edu.au/contact/chat", "text": "Live chat" }, "contactAskBtn": { "show": true, "link": "https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/international\/support-and-help\/question", "text": "Ask a question" }, "howToApplyVtacStatusText": "Apply through VTAC", "howToApplyUacStatusText": "Apply through UAC" }, "atarPeriod": "", "feeAdditionalDescription": "" } }