Program Overview

University Program Information

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• Engineering and technology
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Bachelor of Health Sciences (Vision Science) / Master of Optometry

This double degree program combines the Bachelor of Health Sciences (Vision Science) and the Master of Optometry, preparing students for a career as a registered optometrist.

Course Details

• Duration: 5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
• Delivery mode: In person (Bedford Park)
• Annual indicative fee: $10,520 (CSP) for domestic students, $46,700 for international students
• Start dates: March
• Prerequisites: None
• Assumed knowledge: SACE stage two chemistry, mathematics, and physics or equivalent
• IELTS overall: 7.0 (with no band less than 6.5)
• Pearson overall: 65

Admission Pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications or through previous higher education study.

Rural and Remote Sub-Quotas

An annual sub-quota is available for applicants from rural and remote areas.

Indigenous Sub-Quotas

An annual sub-quota of up to five places is available for Indigenous applicants.

Course Structure

The course includes topics in:

• Science (chemistry, human bioscience, physics)
• Optometry and health (Indigenous health, contemporary health issues, introduction to vision science)
• Research and study skills
• Interpersonal and interprofessional communication In the final year, students complete placements in primary eye care, special populations, and rural and remote settings.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program may pursue careers as:

• Optical consultant
• Optometrist
• Outreach optometry coordinator
• Paediatric optometrist
• Public health optometrist

Accreditation

This degree is accredited by the Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand, and graduates are eligible to register as optometrists.