Bachelor of Vision Science/Master of Optometry

Geelong Waterfront Campus, Victoria, Australia

Level: Bachelor
Duration: 3.5F
Campus: Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus (VIC)
Intl. Tuition: A$47,600 (2027-28)

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.

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Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Geelong offers a great outdoor-focused student lifestyle with beaches, cafés and a welcoming community.

The University at a Glance

Student Population: 59,359
Staff Ratio: 18.0:1
International: 27.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate: 75.0%; of graduates employed
Placement Year: Available; Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition: A$47,600; per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
VTAC Personal Statement Applicants can include a VTAC Personal Statement to complement their application.
Applicants will need to ensure that they outline any relevant work and/or life experience and summarise the reasons why they wish to undertake the course.
Subject adjustment A study score of 40 in any English equals 3 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 35 in any English equals 1 aggregate point per study.
A study score of 30 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 2 aggregate points per study.
Overall maximum of 12 points.
SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
VTAC Personal Statement Applicants can include a VTAC Personal Statement to complement their application.
Applicants will need to ensure that they outline any relevant work and/or life experience and summarise the reasons why they wish to undertake the course.
Subject adjustment A study score of 40 in any English equals 3 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study.
A study score of 35 in any English equals 1 aggregate point per study.
A study score of 30 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics equals 2 aggregate points per study.
Overall maximum of 12 points.
SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
VTAC Personal Statement Applicants can include a VTAC Personal Statement to complement their application.
Applicants will need to ensure that they outline any relevant work and/or life experience and summarise the reasons why they wish to undertake the course.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements.
SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
VTAC Personal Statement Applicants can include a VTAC Personal Statement to complement their application.
Applicants will need to ensure that they outline any relevant work and/or life experience and summarise the reasons why they wish to undertake the course.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements.
SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
VTAC Personal Statement Applicants can include a VTAC Personal Statement to complement their application.
Applicants will need to ensure that they outline any relevant work and/or life experience and summarise the reasons why they wish to undertake the course.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements.
SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
Non-Year 12 prerequisites As for Year 12 or equivalent, as deemed by Deakin University. | Current Year 12 graduates Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to have a current immunisation status, including at least two COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to placement provider requirements.
Information will be provided to applicants once they enrol in the course.
The Faculty will guide you through this process.
Student Code of Conduct Prior to commencing, students must sign the Student Code of Conduct.
Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Recent Year 12 graduates Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to have a current immunisation status, including at least two COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to placement provider requirements.
Information will be provided to applicants once they enrol in the course.
The Faculty will guide you through this process.
Student Code of Conduct Prior to commencing, students must sign the Student Code of Conduct.
Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Applicants with Higher Education study Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to have a current immunisation status, including at least two COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to placement provider requirements.
Information will be provided to applicants once they enrol in the course.
The Faculty will guide you through this process.
Student Code of Conduct Prior to commencing, students must sign the Student Code of Conduct.
Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Applicants with VET study Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to have a current immunisation status, including at least two COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to placement provider requirements.
Information will be provided to applicants once they enrol in the course.
The Faculty will guide you through this process.
Student Code of Conduct Prior to commencing, students must sign the Student Code of Conduct.
Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Applicants with work and life experience Immunisations Prior to commencing clinical placements students are expected to have a current immunisation status, including at least two COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to placement provider requirements.
Information will be provided to applicants once they enrol in the course.
The Faculty will guide you through this process.
Student Code of Conduct Prior to commencing, students must sign the Student Code of Conduct.
Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

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Campus & City Life

Student Population: 59,359; Total students
Staff Ratio: 18:1; Students per staff
International Students: 27%; Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size: Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative): Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative): 8.0/10
Transport: Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene: Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

Geelong offers a great outdoor-focused student lifestyle with beaches, cafés and a welcoming community.

What Students Love

Beach lifestyle
Great café culture
Thriving student social scene
Parks & green spaces

University Stats

Total Students59,359

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1

International Students27%

Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment: 75%; Employed after graduation
Placement Year: Available; Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)