The Master of Audiology (MAud) is a specialist clinical postgraduate programme that prepares students to become professional audiologists.

• Combines academic study + clinical training + research
• Recognised by the New Zealand Audiological Society (NZAS)
• Leads to entry-level audiology practice (followed by supervised clinical year)

 

Why Study This Programme?

• Direct pathway to becoming a licensed audiologist
• Strong focus on hands-on clinical experience
• Access to real patients and clinics during training
• High employability in healthcare and hearing care industries
• Opportunity to work in hospitals, private clinics, or research

 

Programme Structure / Subjects

Programme Structure

Year 1 (120 points)

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Basic Diagnostic Audiology
• Central Auditory Function
• Clinical Otolaryngology
• Hearing Aids & Devices
• Physics & Acoustics
• Clinical Practicum I

Year 2 (120 points)

• Clinical Practicum II (30 points)
• Research Thesis (90 points)

 

Subjects / Topics Covered

• Hearing science & auditory system
• Hearing loss diagnosis
• Hearing aids & assistive devices
• Paediatric audiology
• Clinical ENT (ear, nose, throat)
• Acoustics & sound physics
• Clinical patient management

 

Specialisations / Disciplines

No fixed majors, but focus areas include:

• Clinical Audiology
• Paediatric Audiology
• Hearing Technology & Devices
• Auditory Neuroscience

 

Career Outcomes

Career Opportunities

• Audiologist (public or private sector)
• Hearing aid specialist
• Cochlear implant programme specialist
• Researcher in hearing science

Work Settings

• Hospitals
• Private hearing clinics
• Rehabilitation centres
• Medical device companies

 

Highlights

• Professionally recognised degree (NZAS)
• Strong clinical + research integration
• Hands-on patient-based training
• High demand healthcare career
• Small cohort (high-quality learning)

 

Special Requirements / Important Notes

• Mandatory:
  • Police vetting & safety checks
  • Immunisation clearance
• Clinical placements:
  • May require travel within New Zealand
  • Includes unpaid placements (~7 weeks each year)
• Intensive programme (~40 hours/week commitment)

 

Visa Requirements (International Students)

Since this is an on-campus clinical programme, you must apply for a New Zealand Student Visa.

Requirements:

• Offer of place from university
• Proof of funds (tuition + living costs)
• Medical insurance
• Police clearance (important for clinical programmes)

 

Latest Updates

• Limited intake (~24 students/year) → highly competitive
• Strong emphasis on clinical placements & real-world training
• Increasing demand for audiologists globally
• Integration with advanced facilities like hearing clinics & research labs

 

Final Summary

The Master of Audiology – University of Auckland is ideal for:

• Students aiming for a clinical healthcare career
• Science/health graduates interested in hearing and communication disorders
• Those wanting a licensed profession with strong job demand