Healthcare Science (Audiology) (Degree Apprenticeship) BSc Honours
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- Attendance
- Blended learning
- Start
- September 2025
- Fees
- See the Fees section
- Duration
- 3 years full-time
- Study mode
- On campus
- Location
- Hendon campus
- Placement year
- No
- School / Department
- Department of Natural Sciences
Why choose Healthcare Science (Audiology) (Degree Apprenticeship) BSc Honours
This three-year apprenticeship programme is ideal for apprentices employed within local trusts, or healthcare organisations who wish to undertake the BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology) and are supported by an employer to undertake the course as an Apprentice.
This BSc apprenticeship will be delivered across each academic year in designated periods of placement learning and study blocks. This model allows you to gain the advantages of the University resources and support processes, become integrated as a Middlesex University student, and develop a sense of belonging and cohort identity. Placement periods are assessed within their own area of employment according to the National School of Healthcare Science programme requirements.
You’ll have the opportunity to gain professional status and upon successful completion of your degree apprenticeship you will have gained:
- BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology)
- Apprenticeship Certificate demonstrating you’ve met the national Apprenticeship Standard for full occupational competence as a Healthcare Science (Audiology) Professional
Why study the course at Middlesex University
- Healthcare scientists are at the forefront of the medical profession, and our BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology) equips you with the skills and knowledge to confidently enter the field of audiology.
- This course is accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science.
- The NHS has recognised a skills shortage in the field of audiology, and our healthcare science course is designed to equip you with a specialist skill set that meets the demands of the healthcare sector.
- You’ll get to grips with the latest scientific equipment as you put your skills into practice in our state-of-the-art clinics. This will include access to the brand new £23 million redevelopment project of the West Stand at StoneX Stadium, home to Saracens, where you can utilise the new specialist spaces, simulation suites, specialist labs, plus much more.
Course highlights
Course content
What you will study
We are focused on improving healthcare for future generations through leading on pioneering research that improves the quality of patients’ lives. This degree will give you knowledge of Audiology and the many forms of patient testing and treatments.
You’ll be encouraged to become an independent learner by leading on your own research projects in an area of specialist interest. Throughout your studies you’ll develop your skills in state-of-the-art laboratories with professional standard equipment.
You’ll develop the knowledge, skills, attitude and ethical values required to provide patient-centred care and work safely and effectively in the NHS as an Audiologist. You’ll gain practical skills from laboratory classes and the work place, as well as public speaking skills through class debates and presentations.
About your course
The module aims to lay the groundwork for students by introducing you to the fundamental principles of physics and mathematics relevant to healthcare science. The comprehensive approach, coupled with a focus on specific pathways and practical applications, aims to prepare you with the skills needed for successful and effective practice in your chosen field of healthcare science.
The module offers a robust foundation in healthcare sciences, with a focus on specialisation in either cardiovascular and respiratory or neurosensory sciences. The integration of theory and practice aims to provide you with a well-rounded education, fostering a deep understanding of the chosen specialist pathway and preparing you for future roles in healthcare sciences.
The module is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for a career as a Healthcare Science Practitioner while fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and globally-conscious approach to patient care. This includes insights into the diverse roles and responsibilities of an allied health practitioner, enhanced communication strategies within a multidisciplinary environment, and an emphasis on team-based learning and co-leadership practices.
The module aims to provide you with basic knowledge and understanding of the biology related to healthcare, with a solid foundation upon which to build the knowledge and skills required to work as a Healthcare Science Practitioner.
The module aims to provide you with knowledge and understanding of principles and properties of measurement techniques used in carrying out physiological measurements. The module also investigates the principles and applications of a wide range of physiological techniques and application of digital signal acquisition, storage and analysis.
The module allows you to solidify their theoretical understanding of the fundamentals of Audiology, by enabling you to practice and apply your knowledge through carrying out testing and using genuine diagnostic equipment. Furthermore, the module looks to develop your communications skills by allowing you to practice patient interactions such as patient instructions and history taking.
Overall, the aim of the module is for you to be able to safely and proficiently conduct a basic hearing assessments on adult patients in a clinical audiology according to BSA recommended Guidelines.
The module provides you with an introduction of the fundamentals of Paediatric Audiology, Vestibular Function Assessments and Hearing Therapy.
This module looks to provide you with knowledge and understanding of the vestibular system. The teaching aims to give insight into vestibular disorders, the understanding of basic clinical tests for balance function, and the main principles underpinning vestibular rehabilitation.
In addition, it aims to build theoretical knowledge of child development, as well as looking at differential diagnostic methods used for carrying out hearing assessment on children, and their clinical application when thinking about early intervention in children with hearing impairment.
It seeks to provide you with principles of Hearing Therapy. This will include the counselling of the physiological and emotional effects of hearing loss, tinnitus and hyperacusis in adult patients.
This module is designed to equip you with the essential skills required for planning, executing, and evaluating research, setting the stage for your final-year project. Concurrently, it aims to enhance fundamental research competencies necessary for scientific inquiry, applicable across various disciplines. These encompass tailored analytical methods to meet specific program needs. The module further provides an understanding of how scientific research is translated into practical applications, exploring the dynamics of innovation and the dissemination of knowledge.
Ultimately, it aims to prepare you comprehensively for your role as a Healthcare Science Practitioner, bridging theoretical knowledge with practical skills during placement.
The module provides you with an introduction of the fundamentals of Audiology. It aims to build the foundations of the clinical and practical theory required for practitioners to understand and apply differential diagnostic procedures in line with National guidance.
Furthermore, the module looks at developing your comprehensive knowledge in interpretation of subjective and objective diagnostic information for clinical application in real world settings. It gives you an overview of hearing disorders and highlights Nationally recognised key indicators for involvement of a multidisciplinary working models when considering a holistic approach to patient care
Overall, the module aims to provide you with the key theory and knowledge required to understand basic diagnostic tests used in clinical audiology as well as allows you to learn about patient centred outcome measures designed to aid decision making.
The module allows you to solidify your theoretical understanding of the fundamentals of Aural Rehabilitation and Hearing aid amplification. It enables you to practice and apply your knowledge through carrying out validation and verification measures using genuine fitting equipment and software platforms. Furthermore, the module looks to develop your communications skills by allowing you to practice patient interactions such as administering outcome questionnaires.
Overall, the aim of the module is for you to be able to safely and proficiently conduct a hearing aid selection and fitting on adult patients according to BSA recommended Guidelines, ensuring that each patient management it seen holistically.
The module aims to build the fundamentals of the clinical and practical theory required for practitioners to understand and apply differential Aural Rehabilitation measures in a clinical setting.
It looks to equip you with the knowledge in current hearing aid amplification measures, including their hardware and software, as well as hearing aid validation and verification methods as per the BSA Recommended Guidelines.
Furthermore, the module addresses the non-technological management options available in the rehabilitation of adults with hearing loss within the approach of holistic patient-centred care.
This module enhances skills from Research Methods, promoting further development in analytical thinking, critical evaluation, and scientific writing. It enables you to delve into areas of personal interest within their field, advancing your theoretical and practical knowledge in specialised areas. This course prioritises individual research experiences, relevant to future career prospects, and encourages self-directed study and supervised learning. As a fundamental component of the degree, it significantly fosters skills in critical analysis and reflection, aligning with educational and professional objectives.
This module is a pivotal stage in your education as a healthcare science student, bridging the gap between academic learning and practical application. It aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for effective and competent practice as healthcare science practitioners.
The module also marks a transition to a more advanced and leadership-focused stage, aiming to provide you with the skills, knowledge, and mindset needed to not only excel in technical aspects but also to lead and contribute to effective clinical governance within healthcare systems.
To find out more information about this programme, please download the BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology) apprenticeship course specification (PDF).
Teaching
Work based learning will consist of on the job development and application of skills, knowledge and professional behaviours. Your progress will be monitored through regular tutorials with tutors and supervised in the work place by the apprentice’s Coach. Module workshops will be taught by professional practitioners and specialist staff introducing new relevant academic and professional content. Specialist workshops will be delivered face-to face and/or online. The programme uses contextualised work based projects where skills, knowledge and behaviour can be applied in a professional working environment. Online learning includes structured individual and/or group online learning activities and tasks that involves facilitated tutor and peer group feedback to support learning development.
The apprentice will be required to submit a range of evidence of work-integrated learning for assessment that reflect aspects of practice as a Senior Leader. This can include learning journals, portfolios, role playing, work-based projects, reports, professional development plans and a business transformation project.
End-point Assessment
All apprenticeships in England are required to include an End-point Assessment (EPA) to test that apprentices have demonstrated all the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for full occupational competence as specified in the nationally approved Apprenticeship Standard. For degree apprenticeships, the EPA can either be integrated within the degree or separate to the degree programme.
The specific requirements for EPA for BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology) apprenticeship is detailed in the nationally approved End-point Assessment Plan and this can be found on the Institute for Apprenticeships website.
Fees
There is no cost to do a higher or degree apprenticeship for the apprentice/student. They will earn at least the minimum wage for apprentices but many companies pay more than this, particularly for higher and degree apprenticeships.
They could potentially earn upwards of £3001 per week plus the employer and the government is required to pay the tuition fees, meaning the apprentice won't need a tuition fee loan.
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Entry requirements
- Applicants are required to be employed in a role that will enable them to engage in work activities that are relevant to developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to operate as an audiologist.
- Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their Apprentices. Most candidates will have two A levels (or equivalent alternative relevant Level 3 qualifications), and English, Maths and ICT at Level 2. Relevant or prior experiential learning may also be considered as an alternative.
Evidence of the ability to successfully engage with reflective work-based learning based on pre-entry assessment.
Careers
On completion of the programme, the apprentice could be eligible to apply for band 5 physiological science posts in the NHS. They could also further their studies on an NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP) to become a physiological scientist, working in the NHS at Band 7 or higher.
We’ll carefully manage any future changes to courses, or the support and other services available to you, if these are necessary because of things like changes to government health and safety advice, or any changes to the law.
Any decisions will be taken in line with both external advice and the University’s Regulations which include information on this.
Our priority will always be to maintain academic standards and quality so that your learning outcomes are not affected by any adjustments that we may have to make.
At all times we’ll aim to keep you well informed of how we may need to respond to changing circumstances, and about support that we’ll provide to you.