Bachelor of Audiology | Wits

APS Required

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Duration

4 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

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Requirements

English Home Language or First Additional Language Level 5
Mathematics Level 4
Waitlisting
Applicants with an entry requirement of at least 30-33 APS points are wait-listed, subject to place availability.
Additional Selection Criteria
Only 30 places are available in the first year of study for the Bachelor of Audiology degree. Applicants are selected on the basis of academic merit (i.e. school leaving results and NBT scores). This aligns with the University’s transformation policy for student selection. Potential students are encouraged to observe a Speech Pathology and Audiology professional, preferably in a public hospital setting.
Applicants are required to write the NBT.

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Career Prospects

  • Audiologist: Assess, diagnose, and manage hearing and balance disorders in patients of all ages. Audiologists provide hearing aids, cochlear implants, and other assistive devices, and work in clinics, hospitals, and private practices.
  • Hearing Instrument Specialist: Specialise in fitting, adjusting, and repairing hearing aids and other hearing devices. Hearing instrument specialists work in audiology clinics, hearing aid centres, and with manufacturers of hearing devices.
  • Audiology Researcher: Conduct research on hearing and balance disorders, including studying new treatment methods, technology advancements, and the effects of hearing loss. Audiology researchers work in academic institutions, research organisations, and medical centres.
  • Educational Audiologist: Work within educational settings to support students with hearing impairments, including assessing hearing needs, recommending classroom accommodations, and providing hearing support services. Educational audiologists work in schools and educational support centres.
  • Clinical Audiology Trainer: Provide training and education to other healthcare professionals or students in audiology practices, including the use of diagnostic equipment, treatment techniques, and patient management. Clinical audiology trainers work in educational institutions, hospitals, and professional training organisations.
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