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Bachelor of Vision Science / Master of Optometry (Dual Degree)
Deakin University - Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, Australia
AUD 71400
Annual Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
42 Month
Duration
6.5
IELTS
79
TOEFL
80%
Min GPA
Program Overview
Graduate in just three and a half years with Australia’s only accelerated Bachelor of Vision Science/Master of Optometry course. Optometrists are in high demand with occupation growth expected to reach 15.1% by 2026,* you will gain the discipline-specific knowledge and skills to be work-ready and eligible to apply for registration as a practising optometrist in Australia and New Zealand.
During the course you will investigate the structure and function of the visual system while learning about various visual health issues and their wider impact on the local and international community. Gain crucial skills in the clinical assessment, treatment and management of eye and vision disorders, as well as forming a strong understanding of the ethical, legal and professional standards of practice. You will cover a broad spectrum of industry-relevant study areas that prepare you for work as a professional optometrist, including:
- The key principles of optics
- Clinical optics and treating eye and vision disorders
- Ocular function and structure
- The science of vision
- The business of optometry.
Your clinical placement rotations take place in both metropolitan and regional or rural settings, where you will consolidate your knowledge and skills under the supervision of qualified optometrists. As a student resident you will learn in one of a range of clinical optometric and medical settings.
Additional Information
Program Level Integrated Course
College/University Processing Time 3 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR) 
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.
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Tuition Fee
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Average Tuition Fee Per Year
71400
Tuition Fee
(AUD)
Free
Application Fee
(AUD)
29710 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(AUD)
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Scholarships
Vice Chancellor's Meritorious Scholarship 2026
Turn your dream into a reality with a 100% scholarship. The Vice-Chancellor’s Meritorious 100% Scholarship Program 2026 is an initiative of Deakin University to reward students with meritorious academic background and excellent co-curricular achievements.
The 100% Scholarships are available for
- Indian citizens currently living in India with a valid Indian Passport during the application period.
- Offered for the entire duration of undergraduate or postgraduate programs.
- Geared towards individuals who aspire to contribute to their communities.
Academic eligibility criteria
- 85% overall in Year 12 scores of CBSE/ICSE/State Board; OR
- 10 overall in the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)/A Level; OR
- 32 overall in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP); OR
- 80% overall in an undergraduate degree.
This scholarship is conditional on acceptance of terms and conditions which will be specified in the acceptance form.
Scholarships and Bursaries
Deakin University offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries to assist students from India in supporting their tuition fees for on-shore studies in Australia.
These are based on academic merit as outlined in the table below, and are offered on the total indicative tuition fee stated in the offer letter. The scholarships and bursaries are applicable for the entire duration of the course.
| SCHOLARSHIPS/ BURSARIES | BOARD/DEGREE/LEVEL | ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS | |
| UG COURSES | PG COURSES | ||
| 20% Bursary (Deakin India Bursary) |
CBSE / ICSE / State Board | 70 to 79.9% | - |
| GCSE / A Level | 8 to 9.9 | - | |
| IB Diploma | 27 to 31.9 | - | |
| Bachelor Degree | - | 60 to 74.9 % | |
| 25% Scholarship (Deakin India Merit Scholarship) |
CBSE / ICSE / State Board | 80% & above | - |
| GCSE / A Level | 10 & above | - | |
| IB Diploma | 32 & above | - | |
| Bachelor Degree | - | 75% & above | |
This scholarship is conditional on acceptance of terms and conditions which will be specified in the acceptance form.
Key Information
- Scholarships and bursaries are available for all intakes and across all Deakin University campuses in Australia.
- Open to students applying for any undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program.
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