The University of Melbourne
Master of Clinical Optometry
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Clinical Optometry is the University of Melbourne’s premier course for established optometrists seeking to develop a stronger practice and advance their careers.
Via a range of robust and challenging elective subjects, this course offers you the opportunity to develop your professional knowledge via an entirely online learning experience. You will gain specialist knowledge in areas including anterior eye disease, paediatric patients, contact lens patients, and glaucoma and retinal disease.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
A four-year undergraduate degree in Optometry, or equivalent or;
Professional experience deemed by the Selection Committee to be equivalent to a four-year Australian degree in Optometry
A four-year undergraduate degree in Optometry, or equivalent or;
Professional experience deemed by the Selection Committee to be equivalent to a four-year Australian degree in Optometry
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
TOEFL iBT: 79 + Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 13
Pearson Test of English: 58 + no communicative skill below 50
CAE: 176 + no skill below 169
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$26,207
$26,207
Career opportunities
The Master of Clinical Optometry will prepare you for the following roles.
Optometrist
An Optometrist tests vision and prescribes corrective lenses and other treatments. You might perform eye tests and determine levels of visual impai...
Clinical Optometrist
A Clinical Optometrist examines, diagnoses, and manages eye health and vision problems. You might work in a private practice, clinic, or hospital s...
Pediatric Optometrist
A Pediatric Optometrist specialises in eye care for infants, children, and adolescents. You might work in clinics, hospitals, or private practices....
About The University of Melbourne
Welcome to the University of Melbourne. We are Australia’s leading research university, with a 165-year-long tradition of higher education in the arts, sciences and numerous professional disciplines.
At Melbourne, we take delight through our on-campus teaching and graduate online programs in helping undergraduate and postgraduate students from Australia and many other countries to achieve globally recognised qualifications. The educational experience here prepares well-rounded graduates who are academically outstanding and practically grounded.
We also support and encourage internationally-connected research collaborations around basic and applied problems, in the hope of changing the world for the better.
