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Audiologist

أخصائي سمعيات

Assesses hearing and balance and supports people with related difficulties.

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Career overview

What they do

Audiologists use specialist tests to understand hearing or balance problems and plan appropriate support. Depending on their training and scope, they fit hearing devices, provide rehabilitation and coordinate care with medical specialists.

Typical responsibilities

  • Perform hearing assessments and relevant balance tests.
  • Interpret results and explain findings.
  • Select and adjust appropriate hearing devices.
  • Support listening and communication rehabilitation.
  • Monitor outcomes and coordinate specialist referrals.

Skills you'll need

Acoustic and auditory knowledgePrecise equipment useClinical interpretationPatient counsellingCareful record keeping

How much it relies on

MathematicsMedium
TechnologyHigh
ScienceHigh

Work style

IndependentTeam-based
TheoreticalHands-on
OfficeLaboratory

Advantages

  • Practical improvements in hearing and communication.
  • Combination of technology and patient care.
  • Work with different ages and needs.

Disadvantages

  • Testing requires patience and careful calibration.
  • Hearing devices may need repeated adjustment.
  • Some patients face lasting communication difficulties.

Growth & future opportunities

Editorial view: Suits students who enjoy health science and diagnostic technology; recognised training and patient-centred communication are important foundations.

Career content is written by the Masari editorial team. Last reviewed 23 Oct 2026.

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Study in the UAE

Programs at UAE institutions that lead to this career.

Average tuition

AED 57,100 per year on average for bachelor's programmes with published fees (AED 36,000–162,203, 15 programmes).

Master's: around AED 3,700 per credit hour (3 programmes).

From each university's official fee schedule. Yearly figures for per-credit schedules assume a full-time load of 30 credit hours. Excludes housing, books and other fees.

89 programs at 19 institutions

Programs and accreditation come from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) register of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Tuition and duration appear once verified on the university's own program page; always confirm admission details with the university.

Scholarships for this path

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NAFIS-linked health scholarships

NAFIS – Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council · Government

UAE nationalsIn the UAEBachelor's

Health-sector study support for Emiratis through NAFIS partners.

Dates not confirmedNeeds review
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ADEK Khotwa Scholarship Programme

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) · Government

Fully fundedUAE nationalsAbroadFoundation · Bachelor'sMinimum 60%

A fully sponsored alternative pathway to a degree abroad via a community college or foundation year.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
Official page

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