Bachelor of Vision Science/Clinical Optometry
UNSW Sydney
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00098G
Optometry combines the theoretical discipline of vision science with the clinical art of primary eye care. Vision science includes the optics of lenses and instruments, the physiology of the eye, the psychophysics of vision and the neuroscience of the brain. Optometry includes the diagnosis and management of ocular disease, the dispensing of spectacles and contact lenses, the management of people with special needs (children, low vision), sports vision and vision in the workplace. Graduates of this program will be able to register as an optometrist in Australia. The degree is also recognised in New Zealand and in most parts of Asia. Job opportunities in this field are excellent and are expected to remain excellent given the high visual demands in the modern computer-based workplace, and the ageing population in Australia.
Structure
Years 1 to 3 will be focused on completing the required 144UoC for the Bachelor of Vision Science. Years 4 and 5 will be focused on completing the required 96UoC for the Masters of Clinical Optometry
Subjects
- Optometry
- Vision science
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 or equivalent
- Assumed knowledge: Mathematics (not General), Chemistry, Physics and Advanced English.
Recognition
Upon completion of the Master of Clinical Optometry degree, students will be allowed to apply for registration with the Optometry Board leading to the practice of Optometry in Australia, New Zealand and most parts of Asia.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Kensington | International: $306,000 | No |
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