Program Overview

Master of Clinical Optometry

Overview

The Master of Clinical Optometry is the University of Melbourne's premier course for established optometrists seeking to develop a stronger practice and advance their careers. This course offers the opportunity to develop professional knowledge via an entirely online learning experience, with specialist knowledge in areas including anterior eye disease, paediatric patients, contact lens patients, and glaucoma and retinal disease.

Course Details

• Course code: MC-CLINOPT
• Duration: 2 years part-time
• Location: Online
• Fees: AUD $14,048 (2025 indicative first year fee)
• Note: Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available

Course Structure

As a student, you will:

• Advance your clinical skills and apply evidence-based knowledge directly to your current practice
• Join a flexible and interactive learning community
• Be in direct contact with world-leading optometry academics and researchers

Who is this Course For?

This course is designed for already-qualified optometrists looking to advance their existing skills and knowledge. It does not carry professional accreditation and is not a pathway to professional registration as an optometrist. International students are welcome to study this course, but please note that it is not available to international students who require a student visa to study in Australia as it does not meet the onshore study requirements and it is not registered with CRICOS.

Continuing Professional Development

You will also gain accredited continuing professional development (CPD) points as you study and work towards the Masters qualification. CPD points are relevant to practitioners based in Australia or New Zealand. Suitably qualified overseas candidates are also welcome to apply.

Related Study Areas

• Health
• Health sciences
• Optometry and vision sciences
• Science

Important Note

Please note that this course is not running in 2024. For information on future intakes, please refer to the university's official communications.