Msc Audiology

Master of Science (Audiology) Programme

The Master of Science (Audiology) programme was designed using the University of Melbourne’s Master of Clinical Audiology curriculum as a model and has a combination of academic, clinical and research rigour. In addition, the programme has a distinct Asian focus – taking into consideration local specifics like pathologies, genetics, regional infections, cultures, language-dependent sound and hearing instrument differences, healthcare delivery systems, costing, policies and translational research focuses. It further distinguishes itself from other programmes by incorporating a multidisciplinary approach with related  topics including psychology, ethics, public health and engineering.

Students will have the unique opportunity to be part of a small cohort with a dedicated faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring that they will be well-supported during the two years. They will also be exposed to working with professionals from multiple related disciplines and will be involved early on in the program in public education, awareness and events on hearing health with emphasis placed on a spirit of service, community involvement and consideration for public health policies.

With the growing global population, there is a worldwide shortage of audiologists. Audiologists are increasingly in demand as people are now living longer owing to better healthcare and medical advances. At the same time, detection of hearing impairment through newborn hearing screening and a trend of early hearing deterioration due to noisy lifestyles also needs to be addressed. Indeed, there has never been a more compelling time to embark on a Master of Science (Audiology) programme at NUS.

MSc Audiology Student Video

Upon completion of the course, students will have a strong theoretical foundation in hearing sciences and practical competencies in:

  • Assessment, diagnosis, and management of hearing impairment and other ear related disorders in adults and children.
  • Assessment, diagnosis, and management of balance dysfunctions in adults.
  • Hearing aid evaluation, verification, and validation for adults and children.
  • Programming in implantable devices (e.g. cochlear implant, bone anchored hearing aids, and middle ear implant) for adults and children.
  • Research skills necessary for service development and evaluation.
  • Basic counselling skills for working with hearing-impaired individuals and families.
  • Communication skills for multi-disciplinary teamwork.
  • Public health challenges and effective hearing care.
  • Uniquely Singaporean and Asian education, research and clinical focuses.
  • Strong spirit of excellence, continued learning, innovation and community service.

All candidates must demonstrate readiness for full-time graduate study for four semesters and meet the following minimum requirements:

  • Hold a good bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in allied health, science, life sciences or engineering, or in exceptional circumstances, such other qualifications and experience that meet the approval of the Board of Graduate Studies. *
  • Pass a placement test (interview and/or written test) set by the core programme staff.
  • Provide evidence of a minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7 or a TOEFL score of 600 to establish proficiency in English if this is not their first language.
  • All IELTS/TOEFL tests must have been taken no earlier than 2 years before the proposed date of admission.
  • Pass any preparatory modules as indicated by the core programme staff on a case-by-case basis.

*Preference will be given to candidates with an honours degree, appropriate work experience, and a relevant background in Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology or Speech-Language Pathology.

This Masters of Science ( Audiology) is a 2-year full-time coursework based programme. The maximum candidature for this programme will be 48 months. Extension of candidature beyond the standard 24 months will be charged on a module basis.

The list below illustrates modules covered by this programme.

Semester 1 (Year 1)

  • Acoustics
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Pathologies of the Auditory System
  • Perception of Sound & Speech
  • Hearing Devices & Rehabilitation A (Part 1)
  • Clinical Audiology A (Part 1)
  • Paediatric Audiology A (Part 1)
  • Professional Practice & Community Audiology

Semester 2 (Year 1)

  • Electrophysiology Assessment A
  • Vestibular Assessment & Management A
  • Hearing Devices & Rehabilitation A (Part 2)
  • Clinical Audiology A (Part 2)
  • Paediatric Audiology A (Part 2)
  • Experimental Design & Statistics

Semester 3 (Year 2)

  • Electrophysiology Assessment B
  • Vestibular Assessment & Management B
  • Hearing Devices & Rehabilitation B (Part 1)
  • Clinical Audiology B (Part 1)
  • Paediatric Audiology B (Part 1)
  • Independent Studies in Audiology  ( Part 1)

Semester 4 (Year 2)

  • Hearing Devices & Rehabilitation B (Part 2)
  • Clinical Audiology B (Part 2)
  • Paediatric Audiology B (Part 2)
  • Independent Studies in Audiology  (Part 2)

* Applicants should note that all modules are subject to change.

Tuition Fees

Singapore Citizens / Permanent Residents / International Students : S$83,400  (including GST)

Scholarships are available from MOH Holdings Pte Ltd (Healthcare Graduate Studies Award)

Other Fees

Details of the Mandatory Miscellaneous Fees and fees payment guidelines can be found here

 

Application Fee (Non-refundable)

Online Application = S$80.00 (Excluding GST)

 

* Applicants should note that all fees are subject to change.

Your Application Package must include the hard copy of the application form, references, transcripts, goal statement form, work experience details, referee reports, TOEFL/IELTS certificates (if necessary), and any other supporting documents. The form must be completed in English. If supporting documents are not in English, they must be accompanied by a notarized translation.

You can email the Referee Report Form to your 2 referees. Have them complete the report and send it via email to: entcbbe@nus.edu.sg

Original documents should not be sent as they cannot be returned. However, they must be furnished for verification upon student registration. Candidates found to have given inaccurate or false information will be required to withdraw from the MSc (Audiology) Programme.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the completed application package is sent in time to reach the Division of Graduate Medical Studies before the Application Closing Date.

Please send the package to:

MSc Audiology Programme Coordinator

Master of Science (Audiology)
Division of Graduate Medical Studies
Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
National University of Singapore
MD3 Level 2, 16 Medical Drive
Singapore 117600

 

Master of Science (Audiology) commencing August 2025

  • Application for admission will open in Oct 2024
  • Application for admission will close in Apr 2025
  • Applicants’ Placement Test will be in May 2025
  • Applicants’ Interview will be in May 2025
  • Successful applicants will be notified in Jun 2025
  • Programme will commence in Aug 2025

For full NUS academic calendar and dates, please click HERE

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long is the MSc Audiology programme?
    This is a 2 year, full -time, intensive and rigorous programme. Classes are held 5 days a week between 9am – 6pm. We do not offer a part-time programme.
  • Are there scholarships availabe for the MSc Audiology programme?
    Applicants are to seek their own  scholarship arrangements. We unfortunately do not offer scholarships for both local or international applicants.
    Scholarships are available from MOH Holdings Pte Ltd (Healthcare Graduate Studies Award)
  • How many students can you accept into the MSc Audiology programme?
    Our maximum enrolment size is 20 students. Our average cohort size is 14 students. We typically receive between 30 to 40 applications.
  • Is there a limit on international students?
    We do not have an enrolment limit on international students for the MSc Audiology programme.
  • Is there an age limit to students for the MSc Audiology programme?
    We do not have an age limit on enrolment. Mid career individuals are encouraged to apply.
  • How are student tuition paid over the course of the MSc Audiology programme?
    Your total tuition fees are paid in 4 trenches, at the beginning of each semester.
  • Has there been enrolled students who did not graduate from the Msc Audiology programme?
    All enrolled students since our first cohort have successfully graduated from the programme in 2 years.
  • Can I work as an audiologist in Singapore after graduating from the MSc Audiology programme?
    Upon graduation you are qualified to work as an audiologist in Singapore.
  • What is the employability of MSc Audiology graduates?
    All our graduates have successfully secured employment upon or before graduation. Typical employment opportunities include positions in:

    – Health care institutions
    – Private clinics
    – Hearing aid companies
    – Educational institutions
    – Non-profit organizations