Vision Science - Master of Science (MSc)

University of Waterloo

Canada, Waterloo

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University of Waterloo

Canada , Waterloo

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Research

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2026

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Duration 24 month(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 7,696 / per term

Next Intake January-2026

Vision Science - Master of Science (MSc)

About

Conduct research and be part of the academic excellence that’s at the heart of the School of Optometry & Vision Science with the Master of Science in Vision Science program.

You’ll study under our award-winning faculty members who are recognized both nationally and internationally for their research and teaching. Some of the world's most renowned research initiatives concerning the eye are underway here, and our graduate students play a vital role in making the program one of the best vision research institutions in North America and beyond.

You’ll be prepared to continue further study at the PhD level or pursue employment within research labs, in health care as a highly specialized clinician, or industry.

Research fields

Applied Studies
Fundamental Bioscience
Societal Impact

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The program is open to students with at least a 75% standing (or equivalent international level) in the last two years of:
- An honours BSc (or BEng) (or equivalent) in an area relevant to the proposed studies.
- An honours degree (or equivalent) in a health-related program.
- An honours degree (or equivalent) with additional training or experience in a relevant field.
- An Optometry or Vision Science program.
Students will be considered for admission on individual merit and may require a specific program designed to remedy deficiencies in the relevant Vision Sciences with appropriate core science courses.
Promising candidates must demonstrate that they are capable of managing the diverse background requirements for the program.

Review the degree requirements on the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.
Check out Waterloo's institutional thesis repository - UWspace to see recent submissions from the School of Optometry and Vision Science graduate students.