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    Bachelor of Science in Audiology and Balance

    About The Academic Program

    Preparing specialized health cadres in audiology and balance by providing knowledge, clinical and research skills to contribute to the community service in the field of audiology and balance.

    Major

    Health Communication Sciences

    Language of instruction

    English

    Duration

    4.5 Years

    Academic degree

    Bachelor of Science in Audiology and Balance

    Career opportunities

    Government and private hospitals,Private clinics, Health centers,Educational institutions, Rehabilitation centers, Research centers,Hearing aid companies/factories

    Nature and Goals of the Program

    The Audiology Program includes courses related to the ear and the balance system. The courses teach the anatomy and physiology of hearing and balance, as well as techniques for hearing assessment and auditory diagnosis. The program also includes the study of auditory and balance disorders and how to interact with these conditions. Besides, the program covers topics such as audiological and social psychology, and how to interact with patients. In addition to theoretical lessons, it also includes practical aspects such as the use of hearing devices and training in auditory rehabilitation techniques. This program includes intensive clinical training, in addition to the educational aspect, in all areas of adult and pediatric hearing and balance from birth and beyond

    1-Prepare qualified audiologists that are capable of integrating knowledge and critical thinking skills into their practice
    2-Prepare audiologists with clinical competency through intensive clinical training.
    3-Conduct research in the field of audiology and balance.
    4-Contribute to community services in the field of audiology and balance.

    Knowledge and Understanding:
    K1- Identify basic concepts and theories in general sciences.
    K2- Recognize basic theoretical and clinical sciences of the scope of audiology and balance.
    Skills:
    S1- Perform full test battery related to the diagnosis and rehabilitation of audio-vestibular dysfunction.
    S2- Apply problem-solving skills in the diagnosis and rehabilitation of different audio-vestibular dysfunctions.
    S3- Conduct research in the field of audiology and balance using modern technology.
    Values:
    V1- Demonstrate ethics of audiology and balance profession.

    1-Knowledgeable of the basic concepts, theories and clinical experience associated with the field of audiology and balance.
    2-Able to think critically and be creative in solving problems related to different challenges of audiology and balance.
    3-Can acquire the skills in applying research using modern technology in the field of audiology and balance.
    4-Capable of complying with “Standards of Professional Performance” and the “Code of Ethics for the Profession of audiologists”.
    5-Participate in the community services related to audiology and balance.

    Study Plan

    Course Code Course Title Credit
    Ethics and Islamic Values 2
    Islamic Banking and Economics 2
    Community Building in Islam 2
    English Language (1) 3
    English Language (2) 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit
    Communication Skills 2
    Creative Writing 2
    Writing Academic Reports 2
    Emotional Intelligence Course 2
    Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
    Principles of Projects Management 2
    Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
    Principles of E-Commerce 2
    Financial Literacy 2
    Leadership and Change Management 2
    Health Awareness 2
    Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
    Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
    Fitness and Sport Science 2
    Sustainable Development 2
    Global Citizenship 2
    Lifelong Learning Skills 2
    Sustainable Ecosystems 2
    History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
    Good Citizenship Values 2
    Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
    Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
    Basics of Programming 2
    Data Analysis and Management 2

    Course Code Course Title Credit

    Course Code Course Title Credit

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Human Biology for Health Specialties 3
    General Chemistry for Health Specialties 3
    Academic English for Health Specialties (1) 3
    Medical Terminology 2
    Statistics for Health Specialties 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Introduction to Health Professions and Ethics 2
    Fundamentals of Scientific Research 3
    Academic English for Health Specialties (2) 3 ENG131OR HFSE104
    Health Profession Skills 3
    General Physics for Health Specialties 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Introduction to Hearing and Speech Sciences 3
    Introduction to Psychology 3
    Human Growth and Development 2
    Human Anatomy and Physiology 4
    Emergency Life Support Techniques 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Neurology of Hearing and Balance 0 OR 3 HRS111OR HRS112OR HRS113OR MBS202OR MBS120OR DHS213OR HPT216OR OCC224
    Anatomy and Physiology of the Hearing and Balance Mechanisms 0 OR 3 HRS111OR HRS112OR HRS113OR MBS202OR MBS120OR DHS213OR HPT216OR OCC224
    Psychoacoustics and Sound Perception 0 OR 3
    Speech and Language Development 0 OR 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Audiology (1) 3 ( HCS201OR HCS111 )AND ( AUD212OR AUD222 )
    Pathophysiology of Hearing Disorder 4 AUD212OR AUD222
    Psychosocial Aspects of Hearing Loss 2
    Electrophysiologic Tests 4 ( AUD211OR AUD221 )AND ( AUD212OR AUD222 )
    Communication Skills for Health Care Professionals 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Pediatric Audiology 0 OR 3 ( AU331OR AUD314 )AND ( AUD341OR AUD315 )
    Pathophysiology of Balance Disorders 3
    Audiology (2) 4 AU331OR AUD314
    Aural Rehabilitation 0 OR 3
    Professionalism and Ethics in Health Care Practices 2
    Biostatistics 3

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Clinical Audiology (1) 4 AUD344OR AUD323
    Hearing Screening 3
    Amplification and Assistive Listening Devices 3
    Vestibular Assessment and Management 4 AUD212OR AUD222
    Research Project (1) 4

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Report Writing and Counseling in Audiology 3 ( AUD411OR AUD433 )AND AUD422 YOR AUD443 Y
    Medical Aspects of Communication Disorders 3
    Clinical Audiology (2) 4 ( AUD341OR AUD315 )AND ( AUD453OR AUD322 )
    Implantable Devices 3
    Research Project (2) 2 ( HRS116OR DHS214OR MPH211OR MPH211MOR MaSc265 )AND HCS481OR SLS411

    Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
    Internship 0 AUD443AND AUD454AND HCS348