Graduate Certificate in Optometry

at University of New South Wales

Program Structure

Students must complete 24 UOC when taken as a standalone program.

Core Course

6 Units of Credit:

Students must take 6 UOC of the following courses.

• Evidence Based Optometry

Prescribed Electives

18 Units of Credit:

Students must take at least 18 UOC of the following courses.

• Introduction to Community Eye Health

• Epidemiology of Blinding Eye Diseases

• Eye Care Program Management

• Advanced Contact Lens Studies 1

• Ocular Therapy 1

• Visual Neuroscience

• Specialty Contact Lens Studies

• Research Skills in Optometry

• Advanced Ocular Disease 1

• Advanced Ocular Disease 2

• Introduction to Myopia

• Myopia Management

• Sensory Processes and Movement

• Orientation and Mobility Foundations: Disability, Diversity and Inclusion

The minimum requirement is the equivalent of a three-year AQF level 7 bachelor's degree in optometry with a credit average. Students with an average between 50 and 65 will be considered for admission at the discretion of the Postgraduate Coordinator taking into consideration performance in optometry courses completed in the undergraduate program.

If you successfully complete the requirements for this program with a credit average you may apply to articulate into the Master of Optometry with credit for all courses completed.

English language requirements

You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.

Indicative First Year Fee

AU $21,605

Future careers

This program provides advanced training to enhance clinical practice.