MSc (Hearing, Balance and Communication)

Overview

The MSc in Hearing, Balance and Communication is a part-time programme that runs over two calendar years from the date of registration for the programme. The degree does not confer clinical competencies or eligibility for professional practice or registration in health and social care professions.

Students take 90 credits over two years, taking modules to the value of 40 credits in Year 1 and modules to the value of 50 credits in Year 2. The programme admits students yearly, but the combination of modules offered varies on year of intake over a two-year cycle. Entry points are denoted first intake and second intake.

Exit Award: Postgraduate Certificate in Hearing, Balance and Communication

Upon successful completion of 30 credits, students may opt to exit the programme with a Postgraduate Certificate in Hearing, Balance and Communication (NFQ Level 9, Minor award).

Exit Award: Postgraduate Diploma in Hearing, Balance and Communication

Upon successful completion of Part I, students may opt not to proceed to Part II and instead to exit the programme with a Postgraduate Diploma in Hearing, Balance and Communication (NFQ Level 9, Major award).

Programme Requirements

For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements