Department of Clinical Vision Sciences
The Department of Clinical Vision Sciences, (formerly Orthoptics) offers programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in clinical vision science, in particular the discipline of orthoptics.
The Bachelor of Health Science / Master of Orthoptics and Graduate Entry Master of Orthoptics programs enable graduates to obtain a professional qualification and work as an orthoptist. An orthoptist is an eyecare professional who specialise in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of vision and eye disorders. Orthoptists work in specialist eye clinics and public hospitals, where they work with ophthalmic surgeons to monitor eye disease and provide treatment, including prescribing glasses for children and adult patients. Orthoptists are also integral to the provision of rehabilitation services in low vision agencies and may work in private orthoptic practice. Orthoptists are also employed in eye and vision research centres where they play an important role.
We are one of only two training schools for orthoptics in Australia. Our graduates are welcomed throughout Australia, South East Asia, North America and countries in Europe.
Courses
- Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Orthoptics
This is a 4 year full-time double degree program that enables a graduate to obtain a professional qualification and work as an orthoptist.
Course Flyer PDF (1.20MB) or DOC (675KB) - Master of Orthoptics
Graduate Entry Masters available in 2011. This is a graduate-entry program option, 2 years full-time, similarly enabling a graduate to obtain a professional qualification and work as an orthoptist. Applicants should apply directly with the Department and may contact Dr Connie Koklanis for further information. - Graduate Diploma in Orientation and Mobility
This is a one year full-time program that enables a suitably qualified graduate to obtain a professional qualification and work as an instructor in orientation and mobility.
Course Flyer PDF (1.38MB) or DOC (39.5KB)
Enrolment
Students/graduates who are applying for overseas registrations should firstly contact the association in the destination country for the registration process.
Applications for Overseas Registration
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.
Problems with enrolment?
Contact: Tanya Thornton
For general information, please contact the Division of Allied Health on 9479-5815
Vision is Vital
Vision is Vital is an initiative between La Trobe University, University of Sydney and Orthoptics Australia to increase the awareness of the profession of orthoptics among prospective students.
You can visit our Orthoptics Virtual Clinic. This site is designed to explain the role of an orthoptist, and the important role an orthoptist plays within allied health and eye health teams.