Course contact details
Undergraduate Admissions
Email:ugadmissions@aston.ac.uk
Phone:0121 204 3030
Aston University, Birmingham
Aston Triangle
Birmingham
B4 7ET
Healthcare Science (Audiology)
- BSc (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 14 September 2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
Our three-year BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Audiology) course with integrated clinical learning throughout, will provide you with the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience required to start an exciting and rewarding career as an audiologist. This programme stands out as a premier pathway for audiologists, providing a full learning experience combined with hands-on learning through our extensive network of industry partners, developing your skills in our dedicated specialist facilities, and benefitting from the experience and insight of our expert teaching staff.
Aston will equip you with the skills, insights, and confidence required to become a proficient and compassionate audiologist, capable of diagnosing and managing hearing and balance disorders, improving the quality of life for individuals with auditory challenges, and contributing to advancements in the field of audiology.
You will benefit from extensive patient contact throughout the course within the university through integrated clinical practice experience from year 1. A large proportion of your final year involves completing clinical practice experience at external clinics, helping you to prepare for your first graduate role.
Key course benefits:
• Industry recognition: Accredited by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC), the Academy for Healthcare Science and approved by the National School of Healthcare Science.
• Extensive patient contact: Benefit from extensive patient contact throughout the course through integrated clinical placements.
• Professional experience: Aston is working in partnership with Specsavers running patient clinics on campus – giving you live patient experiences throughout your time at Aston University.
• Excellent student experience: 91% of students felt positive about teaching on their course (NSS 2024).
• Ranked 4th in the UK for Healthcare Science (Audiology, Guardian, 2025).
Facilities:
A range of specialist facilities that reflect the hands-on learning:
• On-campus public-facing Specsavers Audiology Clinic where students will practice clinical skills with real patients, supervised by our experts.
• A clinical skills laboratory equipped with the latest audiology equipment.
• Soundproof booths and hearing testing rooms.
• Otoscan 3D ear scanner to make digital impressions for custom in-the-ear pieces such as earmolds and hearing aids.
• Audiometers TO measure an individual's hearing thresholds.
• Otoacoustic Emission (OAE) Systems to measure the responses of the inner ear (cochlea) to sound.
• Video Otoscopy to visualise the ear canal and eardrum, which is essential for diagnosing ear-related conditions.
• Tympanometers to assess the function of the middle ear, including the eardrum and the movement of the ossicles.
• Audiology Rehabilitation Tools such as FM systems and cochlear implant programming equipment.
Career prospects
Our Audiology degree is valued by some of the best-known companies in the world. Recent graduates have successfully secured careers with employers such as Boots, Specsavers, Hearwell Audiology Clinic, Hidden Hearing, and NHS including East Kent Hospitals, University NHS Foundation Trust, Taunton and Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Wye Valley NHS Trust, and Royal Berkshire Foundation NHS Trust.
No Foundation Programme available
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Modules
For a full list of modules and course objectives, visit the course page on Aston University's website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/healthcare-science-audiology-bsc/
Assessment method
Our curriculum utilises a range of different assessment types and the assessment strategy reflects the national educational requirements in the FHEQ. Assessments are varied and include exams, essay writing, practical work, report writing, seminars and presentations.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
- Academy of Healthcare Science
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 14 September 2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B611
- Institution code:
- A80
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Aston University, Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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What does this TEF outcome mean?
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B611
- Institution code:
- A80
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Please visit our helpful webpage for International Applicants: https://www.aston.ac.uk/international
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Not accepted
A level ABB
ABB in three A Levels which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics.
BBB in three A Levels which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics plus grade B in an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) or Core Maths.
BCC in three A Levels which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics for Contextual Offer students (more details https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready).
RESITS: We welcome applications from students who have retaken exams to improve their grades. Only the highest grades achieved will be considered and resit applications are treated the same as all others.
PREDICTIONS AND ACHIEVED GRADES: At Aston University, we are committed to an inclusive admissions process, ensuring every applicant has the best possible opportunity.
While our listed grades are the official entry requirements, we understand that predicted grades are estimates. We typically offer candidates predicted to achieve CCC or higher, provided they meet the subject-specific requirements. This approach gives applicants the opportunity to improve upon their predicted grades. However, the offer made will contain the listed grade requirements.
We also consider applications from students who have already achieved at least CCC in their A Levels. These applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, considering the strength of the application, a strong academic reference and any explanations for gaps in academic history.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) DDD - DDM
STANDARD: If this BTEC is RQF* National in Applied Science, we require DDD (you do not require an additional A Level)
OR
If this BTEC is QCF* in Applied Science we require DDD and you must also achieve grade B in either Biology or Physics at A Level.
OR
If you are studying a non-science subject in this BTEC which is QCF or RQF National, then you must achieve DDD and grade B in either Biology or Physics at A Level.
CONTEXTUAL: If this BTEC is RQF* National in Applied Science we require DDM (you do not require an additional A Level)
OR
If this BTEC is QCF* in Applied Science we require DDD and you must also achieve grade C in either Biology or Physics at A Level.
OR
If you are studying a non-science subject in this BTEC which is QCF or RQF National, then you must achieve DDD and grade C in either Biology or Physics at A Level.
*QCF – Qualification Credit Framework, RQF – Regulated Qualification Framework). If you are unsure of the exact BTEC qualification name, please contact your school or college provider to confirm.
Access to HE Diploma D: 24 credits M: 21 credits P: 0 credits
We accept the QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma, consisting of 45 credits at Level 3. You must obtain a minimum of 24 Distinctions, 21 Merits and 0 Passes. Please note that we do not accept the English and Maths components within the Access qualification so you must meet the GCSE entry requirements.
Subjects accepted: Applied Science, Biology combined with Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Biosciences, Combined Sciences, Health Sciences, Health Sciences Professions, Life Sciences and Sciences.
Please note: we do not accept Health and Social Care as it does not contain the core science material required for subsequent undergraduate studies on this degree.
Scottish Higher AABBB
must include Physics or Biology
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) DD
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grade B in one science subject at A Level from Biology or Physics.
CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grade C in one science subject at A Level from Biology or Physics. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) D
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics.
CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BC in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) D
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics.
CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BC in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF) DD
STANDARD: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics.
CONTEXTUAL: With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BC in two A Levels of which one must include a science subject from Biology or Physics. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Scottish Advanced Higher BBB
must include Physics or Biology.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 32 points
STANDARD: 32 points overall and grades 6, 5, 5 in Higher Level subjects which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 6 in Mathematics and grade 5 in English Language.
CONTEXTUAL: 28 points overall and grades 5, 4, 4 in Higher Level subjects which must include one science subject from Biology or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 6 in Mathematics and grade 5 in English Language.
Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
This will accepted in place of one A Level but not in place of the subject specifics stated.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) H2, H2, H3, H3, H4
Pass the Irish Leaving Certificate with 5 subjects at Higher Level. Must achieve H2, H2, H3, H3, H4 and includes one core science subject from: Biology or Physics at grade H2 or above.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five GCSEs which must include grade B/5 Mathematics, C/4 English Language and the rest at grade C/4 or above.
Please note that we do not accept Key Skills or Functional Skills in place of these.
T Level Not accepted
Offer Holder Days
Once you have received an offer, you will be invited to an Offer Holder Day to discover more about the course and Aston University.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Interview
- INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS only: We presently only have 3 places available on this programme for International applicants. Eligible applicants will be shortlisted and invited for a virtual interview. Due to high level of competition expected for these places, there are additional admissions criteria for international applicants and these will be available on the website.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
Not enough data available
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
UK students (Home Undergraduate):
The annual tuition fee for the programme commencing in academic year 2025/26 will be £9,535 (subject to the passing of legislation implementing the Government’s policy to increase the maximum tuition fee from £9,250, payable by Home Undergraduate students on full-time courses). The fee for the placement year is £1,250.
International students (Overseas Undergraduate):
The annual tuition fee for the programme commencing in academic year 2025/26 will be £21,500. The fee for the placement year is £2,500.
All students:
The duration of your programme is set out above and you will be responsible for the payment of an annual tuition fee in each of these years. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually in accordance with its Terms and Conditions (aston.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2024-12/Terms_and_Conditions_of_Enrolment_2025-6.pdf) and subject at all times to the maximum tuition fee caps set by Government from time to time. This means that your total tuition fee may be higher than stated above, but your total tuition fee will never increase by more than 6% year on year. An increase in fees will allow the University to cover the increased costs of delivering the course and ensure it is able to maintain high standards of education and facilities.
Sponsorship information
Please visit our helpful webpage for applicants: https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/your-application/funding
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