Bachelor of Vision Science

See yourself in this specialist field

Interested in learning how to become an optometrist? Study vision health at the University of Canberra and explore the science of sight, optical systems and eye health.

UC’s Bachelor of Vision Science gives you the foundational knowledge and skills to understand how we see, how vision changes and how to support people’s eye health across their lives. You’ll also gain insight into business and management, giving you the broader skills needed in today’s health sector.

The course also provides a pathway to the Master of Optometry. Completing both degrees prepares you to apply for registration with the Optometry Board of Australia to practise as an optometrist.

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification

We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Additional admission requirements

Clinical practice is a key component of the program and is assessed. Students may be required to complete this component outside of teaching time. Prior to commencing clinical practice, all students need to present a complete immunisation schedule, and First Aid certificates including CPR, as a requirement of the ACT and NSW health departments. All students are required to undergo a 'working with vulnerable people' check, an Australian Federal Police Record Check prior to undertaking clinical experience in the ACT, and a NSW Police check before undertaking practice in NSW.

An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).

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