Curriculum and Degree Requirements
The audiology curriculum integrates academic coursework, independent research and clinical practicum.
The doctorate in audiology prepares you to meet the academic and clinical requirements for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence. KU's nationally recognized program provides students with the unique opportunity to learn from faculty and experience a wide array of facilities across two campuses: the main University of Kansas location in Lawrence, Kansas, and the KU Medical Center campus in Kansas City, Kansas.
Special Note
Fall 2025 update: the doctoral program in audiology has transitioned to a three-year plan of study, with students now beginning their coursework in the first summer term. The first cohort under the new three-year plan will begin in summer 2026.
Requirements:
The doctoral degree program in audiology prepares students to meet the academic and clinical requirements for the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence. The degree is designed to be completed in three years (including summers, with an entry point in summer semester).
- Complete a minimum of 89 credit hours, including academic coursework, independent research and a clinical practicum.
- Pass a comprehensive exam in year two.
- Complete a minimum of 1,820 clock hours of supervised clinical experience while enrolled in an accredited educational program.
- Finish one of two research project options through enrollment in AUD 846.
You can see specific guidelines for certification in the ASHA certification and membership handbook.
A combined clinical (Au.D.) and research (Ph.D.) doctoral degree program may also be available for select students with department approval. This program facilitates the completion of both degrees in a six-year, post-baccalaureate period. Contact your advisor to learn more.
Degree Requirements
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| AUD 801 | Diagnostic Audiology I | 2 |
| AUD 802 | Diagnostic Audiology II | 2 |
| AUD 811 | Hearing Disorders | 3 |
| AUD 813 | Psychoacoustics and Theories of Hearing | 3 |
| AUD 814 | Hearing Conservation | 1 |
| AUD 816 | Speech Perception | 2 |
| AUD 817 | Pediatric Audiology | 3 |
| AUD 818 | Vestibular Systems and Disorders | 3 |
| AUD 819 | Hearing Aids I | 2 |
| AUD 820 | Rehabilitative Audiology and Counseling | 3 |
| AUD 821 | Hearing Aids II | 3 |
| AUD 822 | Electro-Acoustics and Instrumentation | 3 |
| AUD 823 | Cochlear Implants and Hearing Assistance Technologies | 2 |
| AUD 824 | Central Auditory Processing | 2 |
| AUD 826 | Tinnitus Management | 2 |
| AUD 829 | Anatomy and Physiology of the Hearing and Vestibular Mechanisms | 3 |
| AUD 846 | Independent Study in Problems in Audiology | 2 |
| AUD 851 | Auditory Evoked Potentials | 4 |
| AUD 853 | Pharmacology for Audiology | 2 |
| AUD 858 | Business Audiology | 2 |
| AUD 940 | Seminar in Audiology: _____ | 2 |
| AUD 941 | Grand Rounds in Audiology (taken years 1 & 2 for a total of 4 credits) | 4 |
| AUD 942 | Investigation and Conference (taken year 1 & year 2 for a total of 2 hours) | 2 |
| AUD 946 | Advanced Grand Rounds in Audiology (this course taken for a total of 2 hours) | 2 |
| CLDP 854 | Principles for the Study of Genetic Disorders | 3 |
| PTRS 828 | Medical Imaging | 1 |
| SPLH 888 | Multicultural Considerations in Speech-Language-Hearing I | 1 |
| SPLH 889 | Multicultural Considerations in Speech-Language-Hearing II | 1 |
| Clinical Experiences | ||
| AUD 842 | Interprofessional Education for Audiologists | 1 |
| AUD 843 | Clinical Practice in Audiology (taken years 1 & 2, minimum of 3 credits) | 3 |
| AUD 944 | Clinical Rotation (taken year 2, minimum of 4 credit hours) | 4 |
| AUD 945 | Clinical Externship (taken year 3, minimum of 13 credits) | 13 |
| Other | ||
| Statistics (BIOS 704 recommended) determined in consultation with academic advisor | 3 | |
| Foundations of Interprofessional Collaboration I & II is required for degree completion | ||
| Total Hours | 89 | |
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Pass comprehensive exam taken in year 2
- Completion of 1 of 2 research project options through enrollment in AUD 846
Degree requirements and course descriptions are subject to change. See student handbook for additional program information.
Visit the current Academic Catalog for an example plan of study. In most cases, use the catalog of the year the student entered the program. Previous catalogs.
** These schedules are provided for reference only. For more information, please visit the KU Academic Catalog.
Vaccines and Clinical Site Requirements
The University of Kansas Medical Center requires various immunizations for its students. For a detailed list please visit the student health forms webpage or speak with Student Health Services. These immunization requirements help promote health and safety and facilitate clinical placement.
Many, if not all, clinical sites who partner with the University of Kansas Medical Center require proof of these vaccines for students engaged in training or other programmatic experiences at clinical sites. Not being vaccinated may preclude students from participating in activities, potentially impeding their ability to complete all program requirements for degree completion. Applicants with questions should speak with a representative from the academic program to which they intend to apply.