Master of Optometry

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra

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University of Canberra

Australia , Canberra

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

094979G

Campuses

Bruce

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines16-Feb-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 43,900 / year(s)

Next Intake 16-Feb-2026

Master of Optometry

About

The Master of Optometry is a two-year program. It will provide students with advanced knowledge, clinical skills and professional attributes related to the optometry profession.

The course incorporates the latest research and technology, and has been developed by a group comprising academics, practitioners and representatives from international optometry companies and independent practitioners.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The Master of Optometry (374JA) is only open to students who have completed the Bachelor of Vision Science (372JA) at the University of Canberra.

Applicants who are studying a Bachelor of Vision Science from another institution are encouraged to apply for admission into the Bachelor of Vision Science (372JA) at UC to become eligible for the Masters. These applicants are eligible to apply for consideration of credit towards a UC Bachelor of Vision Science (in accordance with UC's credit policy and procedure) to reduce the duration of this course.

Additional admission requirements

Limited Commonwealth-supported places (CSPs) are available for this course and will be awarded on academic merit. To be considered for a CSP, please submit your application by 31 October 2024. Eligible applicants will be notified from 15 November 2024. The University will continue to issue fee-paying (FEE) offers until this date, offers for any eligible CSP applicants will be updated accordingly.

English Program Requirements

There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 7.0, with no band score below 7.0. For alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements for this course please view the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website.

Career

Career opportunities

Graduates can expect employment as or in the below sectors:

optometrist

private practice and retailer

vision-related government and non-government organisations

hospitals

health clinics and services

research institutes

optometrist in a state government hospital and health service

clinical optometrist in an ophthalmic surgery practice

community outreach optometrist.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 43,900

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia: