Program Overview
The Optometry and Vision Science at University of New South Wales is a Master programme in Humanities over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Optometry and Vision Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Canberra, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Optometry and Vision Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- OPTM7302 Evidence Based Optometry (6 UOC)
- OPTM7108 Research Skills in Optometry (6 UOC) or OPTM7308 Research Project (12 UOC)
- OPTM7003 Epid of Blinding Eye Diseases (6 UOC)
- OPTM7005 Eye Hlth Econ & Sustainability (6 UOC)
- OPTM7006 Eye Care Program Management (6 UOC)
- OPTM7103 Behavioural Optometry 1 (6 UOC)
- OPTM7104 Adv. Contact Lens Studies 1 (6 UOC)
- OPTM7110 Public Health Optometry (6 UOC)
- OPTM7115 Visual Neuroscience (6 UOC)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The minimum requirement is the equivalent of a three-year AQF level 7 Bachelor degree in Optometry with a credit average. Students with an average between 60 and 65 will be considered for admission at the discretion of the Postgraduate Coordinator taking into consideration performance in Optometry courses completed in the undergraduate program.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About University of New South Wales
University of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months