Bachelor of Optometry (BOptom)
Medicine
A course by
University of Auckland
New Zealand's only Bachelor of Optometry degree, qualifying graduates to practice as optometrists in New Zealand and Australia.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Grafton, Auckland
It will take a total of 5 years
Core skills this course teaches
Qualification as Registered Optometrist
Graduates qualify for registration as optometrists in New Zealand and Australia, able to diagnose and treat diseases of the eye.
Advanced Vision Science Knowledge
Develop in-depth knowledge of basic science, optics, anatomy, ocular pathology, pharmacology, and therapeutics relevant to the visual system.
Clinical and Practical Skills
Acquire hands-on clinical skills through public clinics and external placements, enabling effective patient examination, diagnosis, and treatment.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Optometry (BOptom) at the University of Auckland is a five-year undergraduate degree that combines vision science and clinical optometry. Students learn basic physical and life sciences, optics, vision anatomy and physiology, ocular pathology and pharmacology, and therapeutic techniques. Clinical training, communication and business skills are emphasised, preparing graduates for a range of professional pathways in private practice, public health, industry, or research as registered optometrists.
Course Content
- Clinical Optometry
- Vision Science
- Optics and Visual Science
- Anatomy and Physiology of Vision
- Ocular Pharmacology
- Ocular Pathology
- Therapeutics and Immunology
- General Optometric Practice
- Contact Lens Practice
- Paediatric Optometry
- Binocular Vision
- Advanced Clinical Optometry
- Research Project in Vision Science
- General Education Course
- Business and Communication Skills
What you need to know first
No direct entry from secondary school
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Health
Vision Science
Clinical Practice
Future employment opportunities might be
Registered optometrist in New Zealand and Australia
Private practice optometrist
Hospital or clinic optometrist