Our Bachelor of Optometry (BOptom) programme covers both Clinical Optometry and Vision Science. It includes the study of basic physical and life sciences as they relate to the visual system. You will also gain extensive knowledge of optics, the anatomy and physiology of vision, ocular pharmacology, pathology, therapeutics, and immunology.

 

Programme highlights:

•  New Zealand’s only BOptom degree and one of only eight  Australasian degrees accredited by the Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand
• Accreditation as a registered optometrist, able to diagnose and treat eye diseases in New Zealand and Australia
• Clinical and business skill development, to help you manage your own practice or to work in the public health sector
• The opportunity to complete your degree with honours
• Opportunities to develop communication, empathy and problem-solving skills, particularly with children, the elderly and the partially sighted

 

There are two application categories for entry into the BOptom:

• Undergraduate entry: Undergraduate applicants may apply from either BSc at the University of Auckland or the HSFY at the University of Otago. You can apply as an Undergraduate applicant at the end of your first and/or second year of study in the Bachelor of Science.
• Graduate entry

Please note:

• Entry criteria may change every year. There is no direct entry from secondary school, school leavers are encourage to apply under the Undergraduate entry category
• Shortlisted applicants will be subject to a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI).
• Special entry schemes are available for domestic students.