Master of Science - Vision Sciences*
Vision Sciences is the study of ocular, systemic and neurological disease, underpinned by foundations in biomedical, computation,
statistical or societal expertise. Graduates will have an advanced knowledge and understanding of vision science, with experience
investigating problems, critical thinking and analysing experimental data.
This stream will provide students with a broad understanding of vision sciences and significant experience in a chosen specialisation.
Students will have the ability to undertake independent research in vision sciences with the potential to progress to a PhD degree.
Course structure
The Master of Science - Vision Sciences comprises core subjects (Graduate Seminars in Vision Sciences and The eye and vision: A window
to disease, approved science electives, Professional Tools and a substantial research project.
Delivery mode and duration
This is a 2 year full-time course, and is available part-time. All program subjects are delivered on-campus (Parkville).
Entry requirements
A bachelor degree with a major in an appropriate discipline with at least an H3 (65%) in the major, or equivalent.
Appropriate disciplines include:
- Anatomy
- Cell Biology
- Immunology
- Neuroscience
- Ophthalmology
- Pharmacology
- Psychology
- Zoology
- Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
- Computer Science
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Optics
- Orthoptics
- Physics
- Veterinary Science
- Biotechnology
- Genetics
- Microbiology
- Optometry
- Pathology
- Physiology
- Vision Science
How to apply
How to apply for Science graduate course programs.
Career prospects
Graduates may find employment in:
- Commercial & government laboratories
- Management
- Imaging technology design, sales & consulting
- Science outreach and communication
- Policy development
- Scientific &/or medical industries sales & service
- Health & ergonomic design & regulation
- Project management
- Commercial, optometric, or industrial spin-offs.
MSc (Vision Sciences) graduates may also transition into a PhD in the Department of Optometry and Vision Sciences.
Contact details
The Melbourne Graduate School of Science
The University of Melbourne
Tel: +61 3 8344 6404
Fax: +61 3 8344 5804
CRICOS Code 062189B
* Subject to Academic Board approval