Master's Degree Audiology Full Time

Master of Clinical Audiology

at Charles Darwin University · Darwin, Northern Territory

CRICOS course code

108288D

CRICOS provider code

00300K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$69,484 total

Per year

A$34,742/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Clinical Audiology at Charles Darwin University is a two-year postgraduate course focused on the scientific, clinical, and practical foundations of audiology. Students examine areas such as hearing science, assessment and diagnosis of hearing disorders, and the rehabilitation of individuals with hearing loss. Teaching is delivered through semesters, with learning spread across core units and clinics, capped by research or applied clinical projects towards the end of the degree.

Australian master's degrees like this typically include coursework in advanced audiological assessment, paediatric and adult rehabilitation, and hearing aid fitting. Students at CDU undertake supervised clinical placements in healthcare settings, such as hospitals or community health centres, providing essential experience. Each unit of study is assigned credit points, which add up towards completing the degree.

Core skills include performing diagnostic hearing assessments, counselling clients, and recommending and adjusting hearing devices. The course suits science or health graduates looking to develop professional skills for clinical practice or roles supporting people with hearing issues. Entry requires a relevant bachelor degree and evidence of English proficiency as accepted by CDU and Australian immigration guidelines. Professional accreditation is important for audiology, so confirm current details with the university if you aim to work as an accredited audiologist in Australia.

For those on a Student visa, you'll benefit from work rights (48 hours per fortnight) while studying, and you may be eligible to apply for a post-study Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to gain experience in Australia after finishing your degree. Always confirm the structure, entry requirements, and accreditation on the official course page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Audiologist in public and private clinics
Hearing aid consultant in specialist practices
Healthcare roles in hospitals and community health services
Research assistant in hearing science projects
Opportunities in hearing device and technology companies

Australian industries hiring graduates include the healthcare sector, educational support services, and private audiology practices across urban, regional, and remote communities.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Clinical Audiology at Charles Darwin University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$69,484 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Audiologist in public and private clinicsHearing aid consultant in specialist practicesHealthcare roles in hospitals and community health servicesResearch assistant in hearing science projectsOpportunities in hearing device and technology companiesAustralian industries hiring gra...

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