GraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Master of Orthoptics
University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Master of Orthoptics at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is the only postgraduate orthoptics course in Australia. Orthoptists assess, diagnose and provide non-surgical management of eye movement disorders and vision problems in children and adults. Study covers eye anatomy and physiology, ophthalmic diagnostics, therapeutics and orthoptic clinical practice, with placements in hospitals, private practices and rehabilitation settings, including options interstate, regional and overseas.
The course is fully accredited by the Australian Orthoptic Board, and graduates are eligible for registration as an orthoptist. Study takes two years full-time. English requirements are IELTS Academic 7.0 overall.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Core subjects
- 96027Eye and Visual Systems
- 96028Binocular Vision and Ocular Motility 1
- 96029Ocular Pathology 1
- 96030Introduction to Professional Practice
- 96031Clinical Management of Refractive Error
- 96032Binocular Vision and Ocular Motility 2
- 96033Ocular Pathology 2
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Admissions
Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 4/7 AND Communication skills, interpersonal skills, interest in eye health, and commitment to orthoptics as a career (assessed in an interview by the faculty)
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