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104 weeks
Face-to-face (includes blended)
Face-to-face (includes blended)
Term 1
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Canberra
Northcott Dr, Canberra, ACT 2600
Eligibility
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\nAs the number of places available each year is limited and will vary from year to year, entry into the program is competitive. Selection is based on the program WAM for the BVisSci program 3181 and performance at an interview. Not all applicants will be invited to participate in the interview.
\nThe number of places available for entry into the MClinOptom 8095 to vary each year.
\nAny honours year or additional tertiary study completed in addition to program 3181 will not be considered by the School of Optometry and Vision Science in the ranking of applicants for entry to program 8095.
\nStudents without a UNSW BVisSci degree program 3181 who wish to pursue the MClinOptom program 8095 are advised to apply for entry into either BVisSci/MClinOptom program 3182 OR BVisSci program 3181 followed by an application for entry into the Master of Clinical Optometry (8095) via the above competitive selection process.
\nThe award of credit in recognition of prior learning (RPL) for external students will be considered (in accordance with UNSW RPL policy and procedure), and a study plan will be developed on a case by case basis
\nAll applicants, domestic and international, are to consult AHPRA’s website to guide their understanding of the Registration Standard: English Language skills and Registration Standard: Criminal history.
\nDefinition of program WAM: The above admissions requirements refer to a ‘program WAM’. The program WAM, for purposes of entry into the MClinOptom 8095 program, is calculated using all the courses in the BVisSci program 3181 including the required 2 GenEd courses only (12 UOC) that have a finalised grade at the time of assessment. If more than 12 UOC of GenEd have been completed, only the first two GenEd courses will be included in the program WAM. If 3 GenEd courses were completed, with one in one term, and the other two in the same subsequent term, we will count the first GenEd, and the GenEd with the higher mark, out of the other two.
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Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand (OCANZ)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
OCANZ
Common Questions
Upon completion of the Master of Clinical Optometry, you can apply to register with the Optometry Board of Australia (OBA), the Optometrists and Dispensing Board (ODOB) New Zealand, and other registration boards in Asia where the degree is recognised.
There are two pathways. The direct pathway is via entry into the double award 3182 Bachelor of Vision Science/Master of Clinical Optometry program, requiring an overall CREDIT average (65%) at the end of the Bachelor of Vision Science component. The alternative pathway is open only to students who have completed program 3181 (BVisSci) from UNSW, requiring at least an overall CREDIT average (65% WAM); however, admission is competitive and only a limited number of places are available.
You'll gain practical experience in UNSW's Optometry Clinic, which is open to the public and uses state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment. You'll see patients from a wide variety of ages from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds. The UNSW Optometry Clinic operates several internal clinics that, in conjunction with external placements, offer students a broad experience in many aspects of optometric and eye care including rural and remote optometry, paediatrics, ocular emergencies, contact lenses and myopia progression control.
For domestic students, Commonwealth Supported Places are available. The 2026 indicative CSP first year fee is $13,000 and the indicative CSP fee to complete the degree is $25,500. For domestic full-fee paying students, the 2026 indicative first year full fee is $42,500 and the indicative full fee to complete the degree is $87,000. For international students, the 2026 indicative first year fee is $52,500 and the indicative fee to complete the degree is $109,500.
The program provides a varied education in vision science through connections with the Centre for Eye Health, Brien Holden Vision Institute, and Optometry Giving Sight. UNSW's School of Optometry and Vision Science is the largest school of optometry in Australia and is committed to translational research that will lead to practical applications and significant improvements in community eye health.
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