The Ph.D. degree in Audiology provides the student with a strong theoretical background and research competencies in communication processes and/or disorders and is ideal for those interested academic and research careers in communication sciences. This program may be undertaken simultaneously or sequentially with the Doctor of Audiology degree.<br><br>Program Learning Outcomes<br><br>Graduates of this program will be able to:<br><br> Demonstrate competency within one major and two cognate areas of expertise.<br> Demonstrate skills necessary to develop, implement and evaluate a line of individual research.<br> Demonstrate oral and written communication skills and synthesis/application of materials needed to teach within a clinical and/or didactic context.