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.

Undergraduate Course Brochure 2009 (PDF 202KB)
Orthoptic Student Profiles (PDF 130KB)
What does an Orthoptist do?

2009 Re-enrolment

Student On-Line is now closed
Student On-Line re-opens from15 December to 23 December 2008 for re-enrolment.   
Student On-Line will re-open during January 2009 so you can make changes to your enrolment but you must be enrolled in at least one unit by 23 December 2008 to avoid the $105 late enrolment fine. 

If you experience any difficulties re-enrolling during the 15 December-23 December reenrolment period please contact:

Victoria Blackmore
Student Services Officer
Rm 202, Heath Sciences 2
T   9479 5571
F   9479 5257
E   v.blackmore@latrobe.edu.au

Application 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

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.