Program Overview

Introduction to the Vision Science Program

The Master of Science in Vision Science program is offered by the School of Optometry & Vision Science. This program allows students to conduct research and be part of the academic excellence that’s at the heart of the school. Students will study under award-winning faculty members who are recognized both nationally and internationally for their research and teaching.

Program Overview

• Department/School: School of Optometry and Vision Science
• Faculty: Faculty of Science
• Admit term(s): Fall (September - December), Winter (January - April), Spring (May - August)
• Delivery mode: On-campus
• Program type: Master's, Research
• Length of program: 24 months (full-time)
• Registration option(s): Full-time, Part-time
• Study option(s): Thesis

Research Fields

• Applied Studies
• Fundamental Bioscience
• Societal Impact

Application Deadlines

• February 1 (for admission in September)
• June 1 (for admission in January of the following year)
• October 1 (for admission in May of the following year)

Admission Requirements

• The program is open to students with at least a 75% standing (or equivalent international level) in the last two years of:
  • An honours BSc (or BEng) (or equivalent) in an area relevant to the proposed studies.
  • An honours degree (or equivalent) in a health-related program.
  • An honours degree (or equivalent) with additional training or experience in a relevant field.
  • An Optometry or Vision Science program.
• Students will be considered for admission on individual merit and may require a specific program designed to remedy deficiencies in the relevant Vision Sciences with appropriate core science courses.
• Promising candidates must demonstrate that they are capable of managing the diverse background requirements for the program.

Degree Requirements

• Review the degree requirements on the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.
• Check out recent submissions from the School of Optometry and Vision Science graduate students to see the types of research being conducted.

Application Materials

• Resume
• Program-specific questions (PSQ)
• Transcript(s)
• References
  • Three academic references are required.
• Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
  • TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)

Tuition and Fees

• Visit the graduate program tuition page to determine the tuition and incidental fees per term for your program.
• Review living costs and housing.
• Review the funding graduate school resources for graduate students.