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Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) (Online)
Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) (Online)

Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) (Online)

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  • Level:Master's Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

A successful applicant for admission to the Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) will hold a medical degree from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification. In exceptional circumstances the dean may admit applicants without these qualifications who, in the opinion of the school, have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award.

English Requirements

  • IELTS Academic: A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band

  • TOEFL iBT: A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing

  • PTE Academic: A minimum result of 61 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band

Course Information

The Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) develops core knowledge and understanding of basic ophthalmic science, which focuses on preventing blindness, promoting eye health, and rehabilitating those with a visual disability. You will develop knowledge of ophthalmic science alongside practical diagnostic and prognostic, management and surgical skills.

Why study with us?

  • Our ophthalmology programs have been developed and are taught by the Save Sight Institute at the Sydney Eye Hospital. They have extensive experience in providing the best quality ophthalmic care in both developed and developing countries.

  • You will acquire a detailed theoretical understanding of ophthalmic anatomy, physiology and optics, skills in the practical applications of ophthalmic equipment, and familiarity with anatomical specimens, prosections, radiographs and electron micrographs.

  • All graduates will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to their careers in medicine and the visual sciences and improve the eye health in their communities.

How will you learn?

  • Covering the basic ophthalmic sciences, this course is delivered online and is complimented by an intensive face-to-face practical workshop, which offers flexibility for busy professionals.

Who should study this course?

  • Our Master of Medicine (Ophthalmic Science) is primarily for medical graduates who are interested in a career in related fields.

  • Some students may also come from allied health and science backgrounds. 

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

The course aims to assist primarily medical graduates applying for a position in a RANZCO recognised training program. It also aims to assist all graduates who are interested in careers in the visual and neurosciences to have a good grounding in the ophthalmic and visual sciences.

Students of this course will gain practical skills including the ability to understand the practical applications of ophthalmic equipment, familiarity with anatomical specimens, prosections, radiographs and electronmicrographs and the ability to apply psychometric testing to obtain reliable and repeatable data.

Graduates will be able to apply these practical skills to their careers in the visual sciences and improve the eye health of our community.

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