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Bachelor of Vision Science/Master of Optometry (Dual Degree) Deakin University - Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, Australia
AUD 61800
Annual Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
42 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
80%
Min GPA
Program Overview
Graduate in just three and a half years with Australia’s only accelerated Bachelor of Vision Science/Master of Optometry course. Optometrists are in high demand with occupation growth expected to reach 15.1% by 2026,* you will gain the discipline-specific knowledge and skills to be work-ready and eligible to apply for registration as a practising optometrist in Australia and New Zealand.
During the course you will investigate the structure and function of the visual system while learning about various visual health issues and their wider impact on the local and international community. Gain crucial skills in the clinical assessment, treatment and management of eye and vision disorders, as well as forming a strong understanding of the ethical, legal and professional standards of practice. You will cover a broad spectrum of industry-relevant study areas that prepare you for work as a professional optometrist, including:
- The key principles of optics
- Clinical optics and treating eye and vision disorders
- Ocular function and structure
- The science of vision
- The business of optometry.
Your clinical placement rotations take place in both metropolitan and regional or rural settings, where you will consolidate your knowledge and skills under the supervision of qualified optometrists. As a student resident you will learn in one of a range of clinical optometric and medical settings.
Our optometry students are able to work directly with real patients who attend the Deakin Collaborative Eye Care Clinic - located onsite at our Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus. Our students are supervised by experienced registered optometrists while providing ocular healthcare to the patients at the clinic. It's equipped with a fully fitted optometry practice for examination and a state-of-the-art, multi-purpose clinical skills laboratory.
As well as preparing you to diagnose and manage ocular conditions, this unique combined degree has a strong emphasis on the underlying social and environmental factors that contribute to the health gap between regional communities and urban populations, ensuring you graduate with a well-rounded understanding of the field of optometry. On successful completion of this accredited course, you can apply for registration to practise as an optometrist in Australia and New Zealand.
Additional Information
Program Level Integrated Course
College/University Processing Time 3 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR)
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
61800
Tuition Fee
(AUD)
Free
Application Fee
(AUD)
24500 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(AUD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships
Deakin University Scholarships and Bursaries
Deakin University offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries to assist students from India to support their tuition fees for on-shore studies in Australia.
Deakin University offers a bursary of 20% and a scholarship of 25% based on academic merit as outlined in the table below. They are offered upon the total indicative tuition fee stated on your offer letter, available for the normal duration of the course.
SCHOLARSHIPS/BURSARIES | BOARD/DEGREE/LEVEL | ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS | |
UG COURSES | PG COURSES | ||
Deakin India Bursary 20% Tuition Fee Waiver | CBSE/ICSE/State Board | 70 to 79.9% | - |
GCSE/A Level | 8 to 9.9 | - | |
IB Diploma | 27 to 31.9 | - | |
Bachelor Degree | - | 55% to 74.9% | |
Deakin India Merit Scholarship 25% Tuition Fee Waiver |
CBSE/ICSE/State Board | 80% & above | - |
GCSE/A Level | 10 & above | - | |
IB Diploma | 32 & above | - | |
Bachelor Degree | - | 75% & above |
This scholarship is conditional on acceptance of terms and conditions, which will be specified in the acceptance form.
The bursaries and scholarships are
- Offered for studies in any program at undergraduate or postgraduate level
- Offered for enrolment in any intake in the year and across all campuses at Deakin University in Australia
Vice-Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship 2024 (India)
Turn your dream into a reality with a 100% scholarship
- The Vice-Chancellor's Meritorious 100% Scholarship Program 2024 is an initiative of Deakin University to reward students with meritorious academic background and excellent co-curricular achievements.
The 100% Scholarhsips are available for
- Undergraduate or postgraduate courses, for entire duration of the program
- Those who dream of giving back to the community
Academic Eligibility Criteria
- 85% Overall in Year 12 Scores of CBSE/ICSE/State Board; OR
- 10 overall in the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)/A Level; OR
- 32 overall in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP); OR
- 80% overall in an undergraduate degree
This scholarship is conditional on acceptance of terms and conditions, which will be specified in the acceptance form.
We kindly request your assistance in promoting our 100% Vice Chancellor Meritorious Scholarship, offered in July intake every year. We would greatly appreciate your help in spreading the word and submit nominations by 10th May 2024.
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