| Code | CT6105 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 day module 4-5 December 2026 |
| Teaching Mode | Part-Time |
| Fees | €535 See Fees and Costs for full details. |
| Closing Date | 18 Sep 2026 |
| Venue | Brookfield Health & Science Complex - online/hybrid delivery. |
| Credits | 5 |
| Start Date | 2 Oct 2026 |
Outline
To address the hearing, balance and communication problems of the elderly population, and the other factors that can act in synergy to affect their quality of life.
Module Content:
The different factors leading to deterioration of hearing and balance functions in the elderly will be discussed in detail, including biological and environmental factors. The effect of cognitive decline on hearing and balance, and vice versa, will be a focus for this module.
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate a knowledge and an understanding of the biological factors related to the ageing process affecting hearing and balance, and their interaction with environmental factors.
- ·Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between cognitive decline, hearing loss and communication in the elderly
- Critically evaluate the role of fall clinics within the health services in preventing the adverse effects of balance deterioration in the elderly.
- Appreciate the necessity of inter disciplinary services for management of hearing, balance and communication difficulties in the elderly.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the evidence-base of current research on cognitive decline and Demonstrate an understanding of the evidence-base of current research on cognitive decline and sensory deprivation, and identify areas for future research.
Practicalities
Assessment: Total Marks 100 : Continuous Assessment 100 marks (1 X Essay (50marks): 1 x small group online Presentation (50 marks)).
Requirements
The requirements are aligned with the requirements of the MSc Hearing, Balance and Communication Postgraduate Programme. Please see following link (https://www.ucc.ie/en/ckx27/) for more information.
Fees and Costs
€535 (payable on application).
How To Apply
Before you apply, please prepare the following items which you will need during your application:
- Proof of Identity (Birth Cert, Passport or Driver's Licence)
- Passport-style Photograph
- Copy of your degree parchment/transcript if not a previous UCC graduate.
- English Language Test Report (if applicable)
- Supporting documentation (if required for RPL)
- Programme fee (unless sponsored/funded)
Create an account or login to UCC Apply (click the 'Apply' button below).
- Start a new application
- WHEN ASKED FOR APPLICATION TYPE - YOU MUST CHOOSE: ADULT & CONTINUING EDUCATION
- During the application on the tab titled Academic Level, under Level Selection, select the following options:
- Academic Level: Adult Continuing Education (ACE at UCC)
- Course Type: CPD Credit-Bearing Modules
- Academic Programme: Hearing Balance and Communication: Impact on Quality of Life in Older Adults - CT6105