Program Overview

Maîtrise en Sciences de la Vision, Option Sciences Fondamentales, Appliquées et Cliniques

The Maîtrise en Sciences de la Vision, Option Sciences Fondamentales, Appliquées et Cliniques is a graduate program offered by the École d'optométrie at the Université de Montréal.

Program Overview

This program aims to train candidates in the fundamental, applied, and clinical aspects of vision science. Students will have the opportunity to work on research projects in various areas, including the visual system, from the eye to the brain.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for this program, candidates must:

• Hold a doctoral degree in optometry (O.D.) or a related field
• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 out of 4.3
• Demonstrate a good understanding of French and English

Program Structure

The program consists of 45 credits and can be completed in three trimesters full-time. Students will take courses in:

• Visual function: from the eye to the brain
• Research methodology and statistics
• Visual psychophysics
• Neurophysiology of vision
• Physiology and metabolism of the cornea

Research Areas

The École d'optométrie has various research units and chairs, including the Chaire de recherche contractuelle sur la presbytie et la perception visuelle and the Chaire Colonel Harland-Sanders en sciences de la vision.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees vary depending on the student's status:

• Résident(e) permanent(e) du Québec: $2,183.05 per trimester (15 credits)
• Canadien(ne) non-résident(e) au Québec: $5,393.20 per trimester (15 credits)
• Étudiant(e) international(e): $11,033.05 per trimester (15 credits)

Financial Aid

The Université de Montréal offers various forms of financial aid, including scholarships and bursaries, to support students in their graduate studies.

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program can pursue careers in research, academia, or industry, or continue their studies in a doctoral program. Some possible career paths include:

• Research scientist in vision science
• Professor or lecturer in optometry or a related field
• Clinical optometrist or vision scientist in industry

Additional Information

For more information on the program, including admission requirements, program structure, and research areas, please consult the École d'optométrie's website or contact the school directly.