Optometry Courses

The Good Universities Guide - Optometrist states that Optometrists perform eye examinations to determine the presence of vision problems and other eye conditions and disease.  They treat or manage these problems by prescribing glasses, contact lenses, optical aids, vision therapy, medication (in the form of eye drops) or referral to an eye surgeon when required.  Optometrists need to have a patient and caring manner; be able to carry out accurate and precise work, have good communication skills, and enjoy helping people.

To become an optometrist a student usually has to study optometry at university. Alternatively, they can complete a degree in vision science or a relevant area at university, followed by a postgraduate qualification in optometry. Prerequisite subjects, or assumed knowledge, in one or more of English, mathematics, chemistry, biology and physics are normally required.  Entry to postgraduate courses usually requires completion of an appropriate bachelor degree.  A number of universities in Australia offer these degrees.  Universities have different prerequisites, and some have flexible entry requirements.

Optometry courses on offer in Australia include -