Master in Audiology

Course Objectives

To develop current and innovative professional practices in the scientific area of Audiology, based on three distinct areas of specialization: Central Auditory Processing; Vestibulogy and Vestibular Rehabilitation; and Audiology and Cognition;
To develop research skills, especially associated with the study, development and application of innovative practices in the scientific area of specialization in Central Auditory Processing; Vestibulogy and Vestibular Rehabilitation; and Audiology and Cognition;
To develop skills and attitudes appropriate for working in multi and interdisciplinary team contexts;
To develop work strategies that add value to the institutions with which they collaborate, as recommended in the Coimbra Health School mission.

Access Conditions

a) Holders of a degree in Audiology or legal equivalent;
b) Holders of a foreign higher academic degree that is recognized as meeting the objectives of the bachelor’s degree in the area mentioned in paragraph a) by the Coimbra Health School Technical-Scientific Council;
c) Holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum, which is recognized as attesting the ability to carry out this cycle of studies by the Coimbra Health School Technical-Scientific Council.

Learning Language

Portuguese

Learning Objectives

a) To develop and apply current and innovative professional practices in the scientific area of Audiology, based on scientific evidence, centered on the user, with the involvement of the family;
b) To demonstrate competence in technology, including the use of equipment and new software adjusted to clinical practice and according to the user’s individual needs;
c) To collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams to develop user-oriented services, meeting their needs;
d) To provide ethical and legal advice to individuals and families affected by Central Auditory Processing Disorders; or due to vestibular disorders or disorders related to cognition, namely cognitive decline and dementia, considering confidentiality and application of free and informed consent;
g) To carry out research that promotes innovation and validity of products and services for the prevention, evaluation, and (re)habilitation of hearing, vestibular components and cognition.

Access to Superior Studies

This qualification allows access to the degree of Doctor (3rd Cycle of Studies)

Course Coordinators

Specialization in Audiology and Cognition

Curricular Year: 1

Curricular Year: 2
Curricular Unit Code ECTS Period
Dissertation/Internship/Project
Curricular Unit Code ECTS Period
Dissertation 41007180 60 Yearly
Professional Internship 41007191 60 Yearly
Project Work 41007208 60 Yearly

Specialization in Central Auditory Processing (CAP)

Curricular Year: 1
Curricular Unit Code ECTS Period
Advanced Research in Audiology 41007027 6 1st S
Advanced Research in Audiology 41007038 6 1st S
Health Policies in Audiology 41007051 6 1st S
Innovations in Audiology 41007016 6 1st S
Neuroanatomy in Audiology 41007049 6 1st S
Auditory Training 41007126 8 2nd S
Cognitive Processes 41007090 6 2nd S
Investigação em Processamento Auditivo 41007137 7.5 2nd S
Study of Central Auditory Processing (CAP) 41007115 8.5 2nd S

Curricular Year: 2
Curricular Unit Code ECTS Period
Dissertation/Internship/Project
Curricular Unit Code ECTS Period
Dissertation 41007180 60 Yearly
Professional Internship 41007191 60 Yearly
Project Work 41007208 60 Yearly

Specialization in Vestibulology and Vestibular Rehabilitation

Curricular Year: 1
Curricular Unit Code ECTS Period
Advanced Research in Audiology 41007027 6 1st S
Advanced Research in Audiology 41007038 6 1st S
Health Policies in Audiology 41007051 6 1st S
Innovations in Audiology 41007016 6 1st S
Neuroanatomy in Audiology 41007049 6 1st S
Advances in Clinical Vestibulology 41007148 6.5 2nd S
Research in Vestibulogy 41007152 7.5 2nd S
Spatial Processes in Audiology 41007109 4 2nd S
Vestibular Pathology 41007163 5.5 2nd S
Vestibular Rehabilitation 41007174 6.5 2nd S

Curricular Year: 2
Curricular Unit Code ECTS Period
Dissertation/Internship/Project
Curricular Unit Code ECTS Period
Dissertation 41007180 60 Yearly
Professional Internship 41007191 60 Yearly
Project Work 41007208 60 Yearly