Healthcare Science (Audiology) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Healthcare Science (Audiology) BSc (Hons)
Our three-year BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Audiology) course with integrated clinical learning throughout, will provide you with the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience required to start an exciting and rewarding career as an audiologist. This programme stands out as a premier pathway for audiologists, providing a full learning experience combined with hands-on learning through our extensive network of industry partners, developing your skills in our dedicated specialist facilities, and benefitting from the experience and insight of our expert teaching staff.
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Our three-year BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Audiology) course with integrated clinical learning throughout, will provide you with the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience required to start an exciting and rewarding career as an audiologist. This programme stands out as a premier pathway for audiologists, providing a full learning experience combined with hands-on learning through our extensive network of industry partners, developing your skills in our dedicated specialist facilities, and benefitting from the experience and insight of our expert teaching staff. <br/><br/>Aston will equip you with the skills, insights, and confidence required to become a proficient and compassionate audiologist, capable of diagnosing and managing hearing and balance disorders, improving the quality of life for individuals with auditory challenges, and contributing to advancements in the field of audiology.<br/><br/>You will benefit from extensive patient contact throughout the course within the university through integrated clinical practice experience from year 1. A large proportion of your final year involves completing clinical practice experience at external clinics, helping you to prepare for your first graduate role. <br/><br/><strong>Key course benefits:</strong><br/><br/>• Industry recognition: Accredited by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC), the Academy for Healthcare Science and approved by the National School of Healthcare Science.<br/>• Extensive patient contact: Benefit from extensive patient contact throughout the course through integrated clinical placements.<br/>• Professional experience: Aston is working in partnership with Specsavers running patient clinics on campus – giving you live patient experiences throughout your time at Aston University.<br/>• Excellent student experience: 91% of students felt positive about teaching on their course (NSS 2024).<br/>• Ranked 4th in the UK for Healthcare Science (Audiology, Guardian, 2025). <br/><br/><strong>Facilities:</strong><br/><br/>A range of specialist facilities that reflect the hands-on learning:<br/><br/>• On-campus public-facing Specsavers Audiology Clinic where students will practice clinical skills with real patients, supervised by our experts.<br/>• A clinical skills laboratory equipped with the latest audiology equipment.<br/>• Soundproof booths and hearing testing rooms.<br/>• Otoscan 3D ear scanner to make digital impressions for custom in-the-ear pieces such as earmolds and hearing aids. <br/>• Audiometers TO measure an individuals hearing thresholds. <br/>• Otoacoustic Emission (OAE) Systems to measure the responses of the inner ear (cochlea) to sound.<br/>• Video Otoscopy to visualise the ear canal and eardrum, which is essential for diagnosing ear-related conditions. <br/>• Tympanometers to assess the function of the middle ear, including the eardrum and the movement of the ossicles.<br/>• Audiology Rehabilitation Tools such as FM systems and cochlear implant programming equipment.<br/><br/><strong>Career prospects</strong><br/><br/>Our Audiology degree is valued by some of the best-known companies in the world. Recent graduates have successfully secured careers with employers such as Boots, Specsavers, Hearwell Audiology Clinic, Hidden Hearing, and NHS including East Kent Hospitals, University NHS Foundation Trust, Taunton and Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Wye Valley NHS Trust, and Royal Berkshire Foundation NHS Trust.<br/><br/><strong>No Foundation Programme available</strong><br/><strong>Your UCAS Application:</strong> Explain any gaps in your education, list full qualification names, provide an academic reference, and include predicted grades (even if sitting privately). More tips: https://shorturl.at/cNR2e
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B611
Institution Code
A80
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
must include Physics or Biology
Access to HE Diploma
D:24,M:21,P:0
We accept the QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma, consisting of 45 credits at Level 3. You must obtain a minimum of 24 Distinctions, 21 Merits and 0 Passes. Please note that we do not accept the English and Maths components within the Access qualification so you must meet the GCSE entry requirements. Subjects accepted: Applied Science, Biology combined with Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Biosciences, Combined Sciences, Health Sciences, Health Sciences Professions, Life Sciences and Sciences. Please note: we do not accept Health and Social Care as it does not contain the core science material required for subsequent undergraduate studies on this degree.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
STANDARD: 32 points overall and grades 6, 5, 5 in Higher Level subjects which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 6 in Mathematics and grade 5 in English Language. CONTEXTUAL: 28 points overall and grades 5, 4, 4 in Higher Level subjects which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 6 in Mathematics and grade 5 in English Language. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
DDM
STANDARD: If this BTEC is RQF* National in Applied Science, we require DDD (you do not require an additional A Level) OR If this BTEC is QCF* in Applied Science we require DDD and you must also achieve grade B in either Biology or Physics at A Level. OR If you are studying a non-science subject in this BTEC which is QCF or RQF National, then you must achieve DDD and grade B in either Biology or Physics at A Level. CONTEXTUAL: If this BTEC is RQF* National in Applied Science we require DDM (you do not require an additional A Level) OR If this BTEC is QCF* in Applied Science we require DDD and you must also achieve grade C in either Biology or Physics at A Level. OR If you are studying a non-science subject in this BTEC which is QCF or RQF National, then you must achieve DDD and grade C in either Biology or Physics at A Level. *QCF – Qualification Credit Framework, RQF – Regulated Qualification Framework). If you are unsure of the exact BTEC qualification name, please contact your school or college provider to confirm.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H3,H3,H4
Pass the Irish Leaving Certificate with 5 subjects at Higher Level. Must achieve H2, H2, H3, H3, H4 and includes one core science subject from: Biology or Physics at grade H2 or above.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five GCSEs which must include grade B/5 Mathematics, C/4 English Language and the rest at grade C/4 or above. Please note that we do not accept Key Skills or Functional Skills in place of these.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grade B in one science subject at A Level from Biology or Physics. CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grade C in one science subject at A Level from Biology or Physics. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Scottish Advanced Higher
B,B,B
must include Physics or Biology.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics. CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BC in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
DD
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics. CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BC in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics. CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BC in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
A level
A,B,B
ABB in three A Levels which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics. BBB in three A Levels which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics plus grade B in an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) or Core Maths. BCC in three A Levels which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics for Contextual Offer students (more details https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready). RESITS: We welcome applications from students who have retaken exams to improve their grades. Only the highest grades achieved will be considered and resit applications are treated the same as all others. PREDICTIONS AND ACHIEVED GRADES: At Aston University, we are committed to an inclusive admissions process, ensuring every applicant has the best possible opportunity. While our listed grades are the official entry requirements, we understand that predicted grades are estimates. We typically offer candidates predicted to achieve CCC or higher, provided they meet the subject-specific requirements. This approach gives applicants the opportunity to improve upon their predicted grades. However, the offer made will contain the listed grade requirements. We also consider applications from students who h
T Level
Not Accepted
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This will be accepted in place of one A Level, but not in place of the subject specifics stated.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This will be accepted in place of one A Level, but not in place of the subject specifics stated.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| International | £21,500 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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