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This programme enables you to develop communication, empathy and problem-solving skills, particularly working with children, the elderly and the partially sighted.
It will prepare you for registration as an Optometrist, and you’ll be equipped to diagnose visual problems or impairments, advise on the prevention of vision loss, prescribe and provide treatment.
This programme covers both theory and the clinical aspects of Optometry, preparing you for the workforce after graduation.
Entry into the BOptom is limited and competitive. You will be selected on the basis of academic merit and personal qualities exhibited during the admission interview (MMI). There are 60 places available each year.
This programme enables you to develop communication, empathy and problem-solving skills, particularly working with children, the elderly and the partially sighted.
It will prepare you for registration as an Optometrist, and you’ll be equipped to diagnose visual problems or impairments, advise on the prevention of vision loss, prescribe and provide treatment.
This programme covers both theory and the clinical aspects of Optometry, preparing you for the workforce after graduation.
Entry into the BOptom is limited and competitive. You will be selected on the basis of academic merit and personal qualities exhibited during the admission interview (MMI). There are 60 places available each year.
To apply for BOptom as an undergraduate student you must complete the first year of the Bachelor of Science (BSc) at the University of Auckland, or the Health Sciences First Year at the University of Otago. This must be completed on a full time basis and must include the following courses:
Option A: Bachelor of Science (BSc), University of Auckland
CHEM110: Chemistry of the Living World
BIOSCI107: Biology for Biomedical Science - Cellular Processes
MEDSCI142: Biology for Biomedical Science - Organ Systems
BIOSCI101: Life! Origins and Mechanisms
PHYSICS160: Physics for the Life Sciences
BIOSCI106: Foundations of Biochemistry
POPLHLTH111: Population Health
The remaining 15 points must comprise of:
One 15 point General Education course listed in the Open or EMHSS Schedule (excluding BIOSCI100G, EXERSCI100G, MEDSCI100G, MEDSCI101G, OPTOM101G, POPLHLTH103G).
Option B: University of Otago's Health Science First Year (HSFY)
CHEM191: The Chemical Basis of Biology and Human Health
CELS191: Cell and Molecular Biology
PHSI191: Biological Physics
BIOC192: Foundations of Biochemistry
HUBS192: Human Body Systems II
HUBS191: Human Body Systems I
POPH192: Population Health
Optional paper
Graduate entry
To apply for the BOptom under the Graduate entry category, applicants must have completed a relevant degree/degrees on a full time basis at a recognised university. Your last year of full time study must be no more than five years prior to the year of application. A minimum of 105 points over Semesters One and Two per academic calendar year is required to be considered as full time for BOptom admission. A typical academic calendar year is 120 points.
Depending on your previous study you may need to undertake part or all of the First Year courses before commencing Part II. If you are required to take Part I courses, you must pass all these courses clearly within one year in order to proceed to Part II. This will be assessed as part of your application for admission.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Conjoint degrees are also offered where undergraduate students can study for two degrees at the same time and complete these in a shorter timeframe than if studied individually.
Research-led teaching
As New Zealand's largest research organisation with more than 12,000 staff and postgraduate students involved in fundamental and applied research, teaching and learning is informed by the latest research enabling undergraduates to benefit from this first-rate research reputation.
Student support
We provide extensive facilities, services and support for all students including academic learning support, accommodation options, scholarships, counselling, sport and recreation facilities and many on-campus events.
The University of Auckland offers an impressive range of study optionswith 130 postgraduate programmes across eight faculties and two large-scale research institutes.
Under a New Zealand Government scheme, new international PhD students usually pay the same annual tuition fees as New Zealand students.
A reputation for research excellence
As New Zealand's largest research organisation with more than 12,000 staff and students involved in fundamental and applied research, postgraduate students have the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with outstanding academics. The University is a research-intensive university that has research strengths in both traditional disciplines and emerging cross-disciplinary subjects.
We are the only New Zealand university that has both Engineering and Medical and Health Sciences faculties. This has enabled pioneering collaborations between medical and engineering researchers and resulted in the creation of the flagship Bioengineering Institute, internationally recognised for its sophisticated computer modelling of living organisms.
Student support
We provide extensive facilities, services and supportfor all students including academic learning support, accommodation options, scholarships, counselling, sport and recreation facilities and many on-campus events.
Bachelor of Optometry
Grafton Campus, Auckland, New Zealand
60 monthsProgram duration
62,933 NZDTuition Fee/year
01 Jul, 2024Application Deadline
YesScholarships
Program overview
Main Subject
Medicine Related Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Bachelor of Optometry (BOptom) is accredited by the Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand.
This programme enables you to develop communication, empathy and problem-solving skills, particularly working with children, the elderly and the partially sighted.
It will prepare you for registration as an Optometrist, and you’ll be equipped to diagnose visual problems or impairments, advise on the prevention of vision loss, prescribe and provide treatment.
This programme covers both theory and the clinical aspects of Optometry, preparing you for the workforce after graduation.
Entry into the BOptom is limited and competitive. You will be selected on the basis of academic merit and personal qualities exhibited during the admission interview (MMI). There are 60 places available each year.
Program overview
Main Subject
Medicine Related Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Bachelor of Optometry (BOptom) is accredited by the Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand.
This programme enables you to develop communication, empathy and problem-solving skills, particularly working with children, the elderly and the partially sighted.
It will prepare you for registration as an Optometrist, and you’ll be equipped to diagnose visual problems or impairments, advise on the prevention of vision loss, prescribe and provide treatment.
This programme covers both theory and the clinical aspects of Optometry, preparing you for the workforce after graduation.
Entry into the BOptom is limited and competitive. You will be selected on the basis of academic merit and personal qualities exhibited during the admission interview (MMI). There are 60 places available each year.
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Undergraduate entry
To apply for BOptom as an undergraduate student you must complete the first year of the Bachelor of Science (BSc) at the University of Auckland, or the Health Sciences First Year at the University of Otago. This must be completed on a full time basis and must include the following courses:
Option A: Bachelor of Science (BSc), University of Auckland
The remaining 15 points must comprise of:
Option B: University of Otago's Health Science First Year (HSFY)
Graduate entry
To apply for the BOptom under the Graduate entry category, applicants must have completed a relevant degree/degrees on a full time basis at a recognised university. Your last year of full time study must be no more than five years prior to the year of application. A minimum of 105 points over Semesters One and Two per academic calendar year is required to be considered as full time for BOptom admission. A typical academic calendar year is 120 points.
Depending on your previous study you may need to undertake part or all of the First Year courses before commencing Part II. If you are required to take Part I courses, you must pass all these courses clearly within one year in order to proceed to Part II. This will be assessed as part of your application for admission.
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
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Under a New Zealand Government scheme, new international PhD students usually pay the same annual tuition fees as New Zealand students.
A reputation for research excellence
As New Zealand's largest research organisation with more than 12,000 staff and students involved in fundamental and applied research, postgraduate students have the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with outstanding academics. The University is a research-intensive university that has research strengths in both traditional disciplines and emerging cross-disciplinary subjects.
We are the only New Zealand university that has both Engineering and Medical and Health Sciences faculties. This has enabled pioneering collaborations between medical and engineering researchers and resulted in the creation of the flagship Bioengineering Institute, internationally recognised for its sophisticated computer modelling of living organisms.
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