Department of Clinical Vision Sciences
The Department of Clinical Vision Sciences, formerly School of Orthoptics, offers educational programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in clinical vision science, in particular the discipline of orthoptics.
Our undergraduate program includes specialist studies to prepare graduates for a career in clinical investigation of eye disease; diagnosis of eye movement disorders; non-surgical management of specific eye problems and vision rehabilitation techniques.
We are one of only two training schools for orthoptics in Australia. Our graduates are welcomed throughout Australia, South East Asia, North America and many countries in the European Union.
Course Flyers
Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Orthoptics
Course Flyer PDF (1.20MB) or DOC (675KB)
Course Outline
Graduate Diploma in Orientation and Mobility
Course Flyer PDF (1.38MB) or DOC (39.5KB)
More Information
Frequently Asked Questions about our double degree
What does an Orthoptist do?
Orthoptic Student Profiles PDF (129 KB)
2010 enrolment
Problems with enrolment? Contact:
Angela Kilmartin
E a.kilmartin@latrobe.edu.au
Applications for Overseas Registration
Students/Graduates who are applying for overseas registrations should firstly contact the association in the destination country for the registration process.
For forms that require completion by the Department of Clinical Vision Sciences please email studyorthoptics@latrobe.edu.au. Note that a processing fee is applicable and a processing time of up to 8 weeks during peak times. Further instructions will be advised via email.
For general information, please contact the Division of Allied Health on 9479-5815
Vision is Vital
Vision is Vital is an initaiative between La Trobe University, University of Sydney and Orthoptics Association of Australia Inc(OAA) to increase the awareness of Orthoptics.
 You can now visit our Orthoptics Virtual Clinic. This site is designed to explain the role of an orthoptist, and how important an orthoptist is in maintaining the health of your eyes.
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