Master in Clinical Optometry

The application deadline for the Mar 2027 intake is Oct 31, 2026; tuition is 24,576 AUD per year.

The Master in Clinical Optometry at the University of Melbourne is a one-year program for students with a Bachelor's degree. It provides advanced training in optometry and is taught in English.

The curriculum includes subjects like ocular pharmacology, orthoptics, and low vision rehabilitation. Students develop skills in eye examination, diagnosis, and treatment through clinical practice and case studies.

Graduates can pursue careers as Optometrists, Ophthalmic Nurses, Low Vision Specialists, Orthoptists, or Clinical Researchers in hospitals, private practices, or research institutions.

The University of Melbourne, founded in 1853 and located in Australias cultural capital, Melbourne, is a leading research-intensive university with a diverse student body of around 54,000, including more than 23,000 international students. The university offers an extensive portfolio across arts, sciences, engineering, health, business, law and fine arts, delivering high-quality teaching, world-class research and broad professional networks that support graduate outcomes and global mobility.

With more than 100 academic programs, Melbourne emphasizes interdisciplinary research, industry collaboration and experiential learning. Its research strengths span biomedical sciences, engineering, climate and environment, humanities and social policy, and creative arts. Students have access to modern laboratories, clinical placements, innovation hubs and international exchange agreements that enrich study and provide opportunities for internships and collaborative projects.

Campus life blends a dynamic city setting with comprehensive student services, including orientation, academic advising, career support and specialist resources for international students such as visa assistance, language support and cultural integration programs. Generous scholarship schemes and a strong alumni network further support student success. For prospective international applicants seeking a research-led university with extensive program choice and strong career pathways, the University of Melbourne remains a top destination.