Program Overview

Master of Health Sciences in Optometry

The Master of Health Sciences in Optometry is a postgraduate program offered by the Department of Optometry, Faculty of Health Sciences.

General

• Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences
• Department: Department of Optometry
• Programme Level: Postgraduate
• Programme Name: Master of Health Sciences in Optometry
• Programme Code: M9OT1Q
• Medium of Facilitation: Part-time, Full-Time
• NQF Level: 9
• NQF Credits: 180
• SAQA:
• Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
• Application End Date: 31 October 2025
• Campus: Doornfontein
• Duration of Study: Full-Time 1 Year and Part-Time 2 Years

Purpose

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying students with the ability to:

• Perform independent scientific research with an original component.
• Contribute to knowledge of and insight into optometry as well as the specific discipline of research.
• Display skills in related research methodologies and in proper formulation through a Master's dissertation.

Admission Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Optometry (or equivalent).

Programme Fees

Programme fees are not specified in the provided context.

UJ Faculties

The University of Johannesburg comprises several faculties, including:

• College of Business and Economics (CBE)
• Faculty of Art, Design And Architecture
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Humanities
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Science
• Johannesburg Business School

Each faculty offers a range of programs tailored to meet the needs of students and the industry, focusing on areas such as research, innovation, and community engagement.