Healthcare Science (Audiology), BSc (Hons)

Swansea University’s three-year Audiology degree provides a comprehensive understanding of hearing, balance, and associated disorders through rigorous academic study and extensive practical training. Students learn to evaluate hearing and balance using advanced diagnostic tools in state-of-the-art facilities, including simulated clinical environments, and gain real-world experience through placements in clinics, commercial settings, and hospitals across Wales. Accredited by major regulatory bodies and supported by NHS links, the program emphasizes professional skills development, with half the course dedicated to clinical placements.The curriculum covers modules on anatomy, pathophysiology, audiological science, and research methods, assessed via examinations, assignments, presentations, and a final research project. This prepares graduates for careers in a growing field, backed by the university’s strong rankings, including 12th in the UK for student satisfaction.

Year 1 Professional Practice 1 Anatomy and Physiology for Healthcare Science Pathophysiology for Healthcare Science Neurosensory Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology Neurosensory Science Neurosensory Clinical Measurement and Treatment Year 2 Professional Practice 2 Research Methods and Statistics Instrumentation Signal Processing and Imaging Healthcare Science Work Based Placement 1 (Audiology) Audiological Science 1 Sensory Aids 1 Vestibular Assessment and Management The Developing Person Year 3 Professional Practice 3 Healthcare Science Research Project Healthcare Science Work Based Placement 2 (Audiology) Audiological Science 2 Sensory Aids 2 Introduction to Tinnitus