Master's Degree Audiology Full Time

Master of Hearing Sciences

at University of Western Australia · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

0101137

CRICOS provider code

00126G

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$102,600 total

Per year

A$51,300/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Hearing Sciences at the University of Western Australia is designed for those who want to build practical and theoretical knowledge across areas that support hearing health. Over two years of full-time study, students cover advanced concepts in hearing physiology, acoustics, and clinical audiology. This course explores the science behind hearing, balance, and related disorders, and includes both traditional coursework and laboratory-based learning.

Australian master's degrees such as this one are structured around units of study, with each unit earning a certain number of credit points. Typically, students progress through foundation units before moving into more specialised topics, with choices available for electives or research-focused options. Assessment takes multiple forms, including written assignments, practical tasks, and exams. Depending on the unit choices, there may be options for a research project or professional placement, which can offer insights into clinical or industrial settings.

Throughout the course, students gain analytical skills in audiological assessment, communication with clients and interdisciplinary teams, and data interpretation relevant to hearing science. While this course covers much of the knowledge base used in audiology, it doesn't by itself qualify graduates for clinical registration as audiologists in Australia. It's ideal for those interested in hearing research, hearing health education, hearing aid development, public health, or pathways into audiology research careers.

With Perth as its base, the course benefits from industry connections in Western Australia's health sector and hearing services. International students can expect to meet English proficiency requirements and are able to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study under standard Student visa arrangements. The qualification sits at Level 9 on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), and upon graduation, eligible graduates can look at the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) under the postgraduate stream. Always confirm admission details and unit offerings on the university's official pages.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Hearing research assistant in universities and research institutes
Roles in hearing aid and cochlear implant companies
Public health project support in hearing loss prevention
Community education officer specialising in hearing health
Support roles in audiology clinics and hearing service providers
Technical and advisory roles in health technology firms

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Hearing Sciences at University of Western Australia?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$102,600 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Hearing research assistant in universities and research institutesRoles in hearing aid and cochlear implant companiesPublic health project support in hearing loss preventionCommunity education officer specialising in hearing healthSupport roles in audiology clinics and hearing se...

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