Healthcare Science (Audiology) BSc (Hons)

**Overview**<br/>**Why study BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology) with us**<br/>This course places you at the forefront of the medical profession. With a focus on auditory rehabilitation, cochlear implants, and balance assessment, youll gain essential skills to confidently enter audiology. Our state-of-the-art facilities at StoneX Stadium, in partnership with Saracens Rugby Club, provide a unique learning environment. Accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science, this program meets NHS demands, offering opportunities for up to 50 weeks of clinical experience. <br/><br/>**What will you learn?**<br/>This course will enable you acquire a comprehensive skill set to become a competent Healthcare Science Practitioner in Audiology. Youll apply scientific principles to patient care, gaining the confidence to perform diagnostic and therapeutic investigations safely and effectively. From pure tone audiometry to hearing aid programming, youll master various clinical procedures while adhering to health and safety guidelines and professional codes of conduct. This hands-on approach will prepare you for a successful career in audiology.<br/><br/>**How do we support your career development?**<br/>We understand the importance of support during your academic journey. Youll receive guidance from a Personal Tutor, and if needed, Student Learning Assistants and Graduate Academic Assistants are available for extra assistance. Moreover, our course offers exceptional career prospects. The NHS, one of the worlds largest employers, has identified a shortage of skills in audiology. By completing this degree, youll be well-prepared to work within the NHS as a healthcare scientist in audiology, directly impacting the lives of patients of all ages and contributing to both clinical and managerial roles in this vital field.<br/><br/>**Introducing our new Learning Framework**<br/>After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/