OVERVIEW
The purpose of this Master of Audiology programme is to prepare independent researchers in Health sciences who can contribute to the development of new knowledge at an advanced level by conducting original research that addresses complex context-based issues, under the guidance of a research supervisor. The research project will culminate in the production of a research report in the form of a dissertation or a publication. Graduates with a Bachelor of Audiology or a Bachelor of Speech-Language Therapy and Audiology will be interested in this qualification. The qualification aims to develop lifelong learners with a drive for research that will make a positive contribution to the South African Health system as well as produce researchers who can contribute to the generation of new knowledge in Audiology, which will underpin and inform teaching, clinical practice and community service in Audiology and bring solutions to the Health issues affecting the African region, as well as globally. This qualification will prepare graduates for specialised professional employment in the field of Audiology.