Doctor of Optometry
The University of Melbourne · VIC · MC-DOPTOM
Doctor of Optometry is a Postgraduate degree at The University of Melbourne, VIC, typically 4 years of full-time study. It covers areas like optometry, clinical skills, vision science, anatomy, professional practice. The summary below is compiled from public course information — approximate, not official.
The University of Melbourne
Postgraduate
4 years
full-time, on-campus
Parkville
What you'll study in Doctor of Optometry
Example subjects: Ocular Anatomy and Physiology (OD), Optics of the Eye (OD), Assessment of Vision (OD), The Science of Vision (OD), Applied Clinical Training, Research Studies in Vision and Optometry, Perception, Illusions and Art (OD), Clinical Optometry Practice, Optometry Internship.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Doctor of Optometry?
Doctor of Optometry at The University of Melbourne is typically 4 years of full-time study. Approximate — confirm with the university.
What will I study in Doctor of Optometry?
Doctor of Optometry covers areas like optometry, vision-science, clinical-skills, anatomy, optics, professional-practice, aesthetics.
Who offers Doctor of Optometry?
Doctor of Optometry is offered by The University of Melbourne, VIC.
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Sources: The University of Melbourne official course page. Information is compiled and summarised — not copied verbatim — and is approximate; always confirm with the original source.
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