{ "availability": true, "data": { "awardTitle": "Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours)", "advertisedTitle": "Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours)", "totalCreditPoints": 480, "offerYear": 2027, "studentType": "International", "locationDisplayName": "Melbourne", "deliveryModeCode": "MM", "deliveryModeDescription": "Multi-Modal", "cricosCourseCode": "0100796", "isFlexibleLocation": false, "majors": [], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": true, "instance": true, "indicativeFees": true, "startDates": true }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": {"120":["Diploma in Allied Health Sciences"],"240":["Associate Degree in Allied Health Sciences"]} }, "startDates": "Semester 1 (March 2027)", "duration": "4 years full-time", "prerequisite": "", "courseDescription": "<p>Make a real impact in the vision and visual function of others with La Trobe&#39;s Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours).<\/p><p>In this degree, you&#39;ll study the anatomy and physiology of the eye to understand vision and visual function, and learn how to help people with eye disorders such as strabismus (eye turns), eye diseases and low vision. You&#39;ll gain clinical experiences from your second year, with placements in hospitals with dedicated eye clinics, private eye clinics, low vision rehabilitation organisations and our on-campus eye clinic.<\/p><p>By completing La Trobe&#39;s Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours), you will:<\/p><ul><li>explore the anatomy and physiology of the structures of the eye and the roles these structures play in various eye functions<\/li><li>understand the principles of optics (visible and invisible light) and how they impact the eye and visual system, including long and short-sightedness<\/li><li>undertake and interpret a clinical investigation for the diagnosis and management of various eye conditions, including strabismus, eye disease and associated vision impairment<\/li><li>learn how to use specialised technology such as retinal cameras and ultrasonography instruments with optical vision aids<\/li><li>complete an industry-based or research project, where you&#39;ll develop project management and research skills<\/li><li>get the opportunity to complete a placement beyond Melbourne in your final year with one of our partner agencies in regional Victoria, interstate or overseas \u2013 including in developing countries.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"footnote\">The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 \u2013 Bachelor Degree Honours.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": "", "prerequisite": "<p><span>Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.<\/span><\/p><p>Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in one of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology or any Mathematics.<\/p>", "admCriInAddToAtar": "", "selRankAdj": "", "otherAdmOpts": "" }, "higherEd": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "vet": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "wle": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "prerequisite": "", "academicEntReq": "", "essentialRequirementsInherent": "<div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-0\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Behavioural and relational skills<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-0\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-0\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students must be able to manage their own responses and behaviour to work effectively in a range of learning environments with diverse people and tasks. This includes the capacity to be receptive and respond appropriately to constructive feedback. Students should also be able to work with others in a team or group environment and make and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of individuals in order to complete tasks or for professional practice.<br \/><br \/>See also <a href=\"https:\/\/policies.latrobe.edu.au\/document\/view.php?id=60\">Student behaviours policy<\/a> for more information.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/><\/p><p>Orthoptic students are exposed to healthcare contexts in which they will encounter diversity and adversity and will be required to draw upon behavioural and relational skills to manage these situations in a professional manner. They are also required to examine and be examined by their peers and clinicians and\/or academics in a teaching and clinical environment. This includes people of all genders, religions and cultural backgrounds. Orthoptic students must be able to express their emotions and prioritise patient care, irrespective of their personal feelings, attitudes and motives when working with patients of diverse social and cultural backgrounds. They must be respectful in their manner and be attentive, empathetic, honest, and non-judgmental with patients, teaching staff, supervising clinics and others. Appropriate responses to constructive feedback are essential and students must be able to manage their own physical and mental health appropriately. The ability to observe and understand non-verbal cues assist with building rapport with people (academic staff, patients, carers, clinicians). Displaying consistent and appropriate facial expressions, eye contact, being mindful of space, time boundaries and body movements and gestures promotes trust in academic and professional relationships. Students should be sensitive to individual differences and display respect and empathy to others.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Cognition<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-1\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students must be able to locate, acquire, retain and apply knowledge as part of their learning and for assessment. They must have the ability to sustain their attention over a designated period, maintain their focus in a variety of learning environments and remember information long enough to complete tasks in a reasonable and safe timeframe.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/>Safe and effective delivery of orthoptic investigation and management requires comprehensive knowledge that must be sourced, understood, and applied appropriately. This includes conceptualising and using appropriate knowledge in response to academic assessment items. It also includes appropriately applying knowledge of theory, research evidence, policies and procedures in the class and practice settings.<\/p><p>Literacy skills are required to: convey spoken and written messages accurately and effectively in a practice setting; paraphrase, summarise and reference in accordance with appropriate academic conventions in written assignments. This also includes application of knowledge of policy and procedures in a clinical environment required for investigation, diagnosis and treatment.<\/p><p>Competent application of numeracy skills is essential and includes understanding, interpreting and correctly applying numerical data, measurement, and numerical criteria. Orthoptic students should be able to perform accurate calculations of refractive error, glasses prescriptions (i.e. optical calculations) and biometric and intra-ocular lens calculations. They should be able to apply numerical data for other examinations, including but not limited, to intra-ocular pressure measurement, measurement of a deviation using prisms, visual acuity, including conversions of acuity, lens prescriptions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-2\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Sensory (visual, auditory, tactile, olfaction)<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-2\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Students should possess the ability to interact with visual, auditory or tactile inputs sufficiently to manage their learning environment and to meet professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Orthoptic students should have sufficient and stable visual acuity and peripheral vision to accurately perform a range of tests and record results in normal, strong and dim lighting. They also need to be able to read scales and identify topical medication in all lighting conditions.<\/p><p>Visual acuity needs to be sufficient enough to accurately perform tests involving the periphery of a student's visual field (e.g. when assessing confrontation visual fields or undertaking an ocular motility examination). Orthoptic students should also have sufficient visual acuity to negotiate unfamiliar surroundings effectively, particularly in dim lighting. They also need to detect, monitor and assess the physical characteristics of a patient and provide thorough orthoptic care, as required. Students should demonstrate as a minimum, distance visual acuity of 6\/12 binocularly and near visual acuity of N.8 binocularly to perform the range of skills required in clinical practice. Students should also demonstrate a sufficient binocular field of vision of 50 degrees horizontally and 40 degrees vertically.<\/p><p>Orthoptic students are required to accurately hear, comprehend, and respond to auditory information whilst performing and examination on a patient and communicating with the patient and others as required. Sufficient hearing and cognition is required in order to detect patient response whilst performing examinations. The orthoptic students should also be able to detect and respond to patient verbal cues and sounds (i.e. distress sounds), especially when setting up a patient on a device and using instruments that make contact with the patient's eyes. Students must be able to detect and respond to any request for assistance activated by a bell or calls for help.<\/p><p>Orthoptic students should have sufficient tactile input to accurately manipulate instruments whilst holding instruments close to or on to a patient's eye. They should be able to interpret information they receive by tactile input to make adjustments to instruments, or the patient as needed.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h4> <button id=\"check-core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"core-participation-req-3\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\">Strength and mobility<\/span> <\/button> <\/h4> <div id=\"core-participation-req-3\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-core-participation-req-3\"><p><em><strong>Core requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/>Gross motor skills: Students should possess the strength, range of motion, coordination and mobility sufficient to manage their learning environment and ultimately, professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/>Fine motor skills: Students should possess the manual dexterity and fine motor skills sufficient to manage their learning environment and ultimately, professional performance needs.<br \/><br \/><em><strong>Course-specific requirement<\/strong><\/em><br \/><br \/><\/p><p>Orthoptic students are required to safely complete learning activities, assessment, and professional tasks that require gross motor skills. This includes adjustment and regulation of instruments on adjustable tables (position, height, placement) to ensure patient and practitioner comfort and accuracy of the examination\/test. They are required to maintain balance and to safely mobilise and transfer both individuals and equipment, resources, and stock.<\/p><p>Orthoptic students are required to employ their fine motor skills to undertake essential learning activities, assessment, and professional tasks. They are required to handle and manipulate a range of instruments that are either in direct contact with the eye or held near the eye. This task needs to be undertaken with care and dexterity to avoid injury and to ensure accuracy of the examination\/test.<\/p><p> <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>", "engReq": "<p>IELTS is the only English Proficiency test accepted for entry into this course.<\/p><br><p><span>Please refer to our <a title=\"Language requirements\" href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/apply\/international\/requirements\" rel=\"nofollow\">Language requirements<\/a> page for details of other accepted English proficiency tests and additional recognised English language proficiency measures, such as English as the language of instruction.<\/span><\/p><br><p><span>6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.<\/span><\/p>", "hasEngReqAlt": false }, "vtacCodes": null, "courseStructure": "<section id=\"course-structure\" class=\"sublayout-1\"><div class=\"ds-block\"> <p><b>To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours), students must complete a total of 480 credit points across 4 years.<\/b><\/p><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><div><div><p>The industry minor provides an opportunity to work independently and collaboratively to develop the ethical, critical thinking and communication and teamwork skills required to understand, analyse and conduct health and human services projects.<\/p><p>Selection into the Research Honours minor is competitive, as there are a limited number of research projects available each year.<br \/>In order to be considered for selection into the research minor students must achieve a minimum 70 WAM across second year subjects. Students will be contacted by the School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport if they meet eligibility requirements for the research minor.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block ds-block--full-width course-structure-content\"><div class=\"ds-tabs\"><div class=\"ds-tabs-nav ds-block\" role=\"tablist\"><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"tab1\" id=\"tab1trigger\" >Year 1<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab2\" id=\"tab2trigger\" >Year 2<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab3\" id=\"tab3trigger\" >Year 3<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab4\" id=\"tab4trigger\" >Year 4<\/button><\/div><div class=\"ds-content-chunk\" data-bg-color=\"lightest\"><div id=\"tab1\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab1trigger\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 1 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab2\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab2trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 2 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab3\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab3trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 3 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>105 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Minor<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab4\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab4trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 4 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from Capstone<\/li> <li><b>60 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>45 credit points<\/b> from chosen Minor<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-1\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th> Subject name<\/th> <th> Subject code<\/th> <th> Year<\/th> <th> Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU0AIM\" target=\"_blank\">ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU0AIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ABS0WOM\" target=\"_blank\">WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION<\/a><\/td> <td> ABS0WOM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT1EAP\" target=\"_blank\">EYE ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT1EAP<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT1FOP\" target=\"_blank\">FOUNDATIONS OF ORTHOPTIC PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT1FOP<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT1FPC\" target=\"_blank\">FOUNDATIONS OF PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT1FPC<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HBS1HBA\" target=\"_blank\">HUMAN BIOSCIENCES A<\/a><\/td> <td> HBS1HBA<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ANA1001\" target=\"_blank\">INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN ANATOMY<\/a><\/td> <td> ANA1001<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT1ORS\" target=\"_blank\">OPTICS AND REFRACTIVE STATE<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT1ORS<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT1RAE\" target=\"_blank\">RESEARCH AND EVIDENCE IN PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT1RAE<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PHE1UHW\" target=\"_blank\">UNDERSTANDING HEALTH AND WELLBEING<\/a><\/td> <td> PHE1UHW<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT2BIV\" target=\"_blank\">BINOCULAR VISION<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT2BIV<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HBS2CAN\" target=\"_blank\">CLINICAL ANATOMY AND NEUROSCIENCES<\/a><\/td> <td> HBS2CAN<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT2COS\" target=\"_blank\">CONCOMITANT STRABISMUS<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT2COS<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HBS3001\" target=\"_blank\">HUMAN PATHOPHYSIOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> HBS3001<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/HLT2IEP\" target=\"_blank\">INTEGRATING EVIDENCE INTO PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> HLT2IEP<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/MIC2MAH\" target=\"_blank\">MICROBIOLOGY FOR ALLIED HEALTH<\/a><\/td> <td> MIC2MAH<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT2OPA\" target=\"_blank\">OCULAR PATHOLOGY A<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT2OPA<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT2OPB\" target=\"_blank\">OCULAR PATHOLOGY B<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT2OPB<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT3EMD\" target=\"_blank\">EYE MOVEMENT DISORDERS<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT3EMD<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PCY3001\" target=\"_blank\">GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> PCY3001<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT3INS\" target=\"_blank\">INCOMITANT STRABISMUS<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT3INS<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT3NEO\" target=\"_blank\">NEURO OPHTHALMOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT3NEO<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT3OMT\" target=\"_blank\">OCULAR MANAGEMENT AND THERAPEUTICS<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT3OMT<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT3001\" target=\"_blank\">OCULAR PATHOLOGY C<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT3001<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT3SLV\" target=\"_blank\">SPECIALIST LOW VISION CARE<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT3SLV<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT4LMO\" target=\"_blank\">LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN ORTHOPTICS<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT4LMO<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT4001\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE ORTHOPTICS A<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT4001<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT4003\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE ORTHOPTICS C<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT4003<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-4\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-4\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Minors <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-4\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-4\" style=\"overflow: initial\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p class=\"h5\">Course minors<\/p> <p> A minor is an optional sequence of related subjects studied in your course. To attain a minor, this sequence must add up to 60 credit points. A minor can be undertaken in a similar or different interest area in your course or major's discipline and, in some cases, taken from a different discipline. Up to two minors can be chosen in place of an optional second major or standalone elective subjects. <\/p> <p class=\"h5\">Open access minors<\/p> <p> <a href=\"\/courses\/undergraduate-open-access-majors-and-minors\">View our open access minors<\/a> <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Course minors<\/th> <th>Minor code<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody> <tr> <td style=\"\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/aos\/2026\/MNRH-INH05\" target=\"_blank\">Industry honours (Orthoptics)<\/a> <\/td> <td> MNRH-INH05<\/td> <\/tr> <tr> <td style=\"\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/aos\/2026\/MNRH-REH01\" target=\"_blank\">Research honours<\/a> <\/td> <td> MNRH-REH01<\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-6\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-6\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Capstone subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-6\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-6\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Capstone subjects are required subjects in your course or major that help you integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you gain to solve real world problems. Capstone subjects are often taken towards the end of your course. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Subject name<\/th> <th>Subject code<\/th> <th>Year<\/th> <th>Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ORT4002\" target=\"_blank\">PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE ORTHOPTICS B<\/a><\/td> <td> ORT4002<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p><strong><em>Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)<\/em><\/strong><br \/>During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. WBL placements will generally be arranged by the Placements Operation Team or Experiential Learning Team at La Trobe University. The number of hours undertaken can vary considerably, depending on the requirements of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.<\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/HHOR\" target='_blank'>Melbourne<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Integrate knowledge of the biosciences and public health with specialist discipline knowledge in the practice of Orthoptics<\/li><li>Demonstrate specialist knowledge and skill in accordance with the Competency Standards for Orthoptists of the Australian Orthoptic Board<\/li><li>Communicate specialist knowledge effectively with a range of professional and non-professional stakeholders in a variety of practice settings using appropriate modes and media<\/li><li>Exercise autonomy and demonstrate collaboration and\/or leadership of a multidisciplinary team.<\/li><li>Demonstrate orthoptic professional values by being patient focused, advocating for patients and demonstrating ethical practices in socially diverse communities.<\/li><li>Analyse and reflect on complex orthoptic problems to provide innovative solutions in a changing environment<\/li><li>Evaluate and implement evidence-based orthoptic practice<\/li><li>Autonomously plan and execute project work and\/or a piece of research to apply scientific and clinical reasoning skills to support orthoptic practice.<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>After graduation, you could pursue a career as an orthoptist in a range of settings, including:<\/p><ul><li>hospitals<\/li><li>specialist private eye clinics<\/li><li>community and rehabilitation centres<\/li><li>ocular pharmaceutical and device manufacturers<\/li><li>not-for-profit organisations<\/li><li>academia\/research.<\/li><\/ul>", "professionalRecognition": "<p>The Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Orthoptic Board (AOB). Graduates of the Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours) may apply for membership of the AOB. Membership may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree.<\/p><p>Graduates of the Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours) may be eligible to apply for membership with Orthoptics Australia, the International Orthoptic Association, and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Professional registration may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.<\/p>", "fees": { "overview": "A$47 400 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "showFeeLegislationMsg": false, "amountDescription": "A$47 400 per 120 credit points. <br>Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.", "essentialRequirementsSelection": "<h4>Clinical placements (accommodation and travel costs)<\/h4><p><p><span>Clinical placements may incur accommodation, meals and travel costs and these will vary depending on the placement venue (occasionally interstate) and duration. Payment of these costs are the students responsibility.<\/span><\/p><\/p><h4>Equipment<\/h4><p><p>Orthoptic equipment at a cost of approximately AUD$500. These items may be purchased from any supplier and remain the students' personal property.<\/p><\/p><h4>Immunisations<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation. Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.<br \/><br \/>Depending on a students immunisation history, the overall costs for vaccination may be up to AUD$1030. Students are responsible for all costs incurred. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check<\/h4><p><p>Prior to commencing a placement, students will be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check. For information please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.service.vic.gov.au\/services\/national-disability-insurance-scheme\" rel=\"nofollow\">Services Victoria<\/a> website. Further information will be provided post enrolment.<\/p><\/p><h4>Police record check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Police Check which is renewed annually. Students will have access to a reduced fee when applying via a La Trobe University provider. For more information on what a police check entails, refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.vic.gov.au\/homepage\" rel=\"nofollow\">Victoria Police<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p><h4>Uniform and badge<\/h4><p><p>Students should allow approximately AUD$70 for a uniform and name badge. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; however La Trobe University branded uniform must be purchased from a university approved vendor. These items remain the student's personal property.<\/p><\/p><h4>Working with Children Check<\/h4><p><p>Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC). There is no cost for a volunteer WWCC. For more information and costs refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au\" rel=\"nofollow\">Working with Children Check Victoria<\/a> website.<\/p><\/p>", "eligibleForCspLoan": false, "eligibleForErpLoan": false } }, "content": { "atarDistributionReport": null }, "softContent": { "contactCta": { "primaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/student-latrobe.studylink.com", "text": "Apply now" }, "secondaryCta": { "link": "https:\/\/consultation.latrobe.edu.au\/s\/home-international", "text": "Book a 1:1 consultation" }, "overwriteHeadline": "<h2>Make a real impact in eye health<\/h2>\r\n<h3 style=\"color: black;\">Applications now open<\/h3>\r\n<ul><li>Learn how to help people with eye disorders, including strabismus, eye diseases and low vision.<\/li><li>Gain real-world clinical experience from your second year with placements in hospitals, private eye clinics and our on-campus eye clinic.<\/li><li>Access placement opportunities in your final year in regional Victoria, interstate or overseas.<\/li><li>Undertake an industry-based or research project to develop project management and research skills.<\/li><\/ul>\r\n", "headline": "<p class=\"h2\">Applications now open<\/p>", "subheadline": "<p>There's never been a better time to build new skills and follow your passion. 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