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About the course
Make a real impact in the vision and visual function of others with La Trobe's Bachelor of Orthoptics (Honours).In this degree, you'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'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.
Career outcome
After graduation, you could pursue a career as an orthoptist in a range of settings, including:hospitalsspecialist private eye clinicscommunity and rehabilitation centresocular pharmaceutical and device manufacturersnot-for-profit organisationsacademia/research. Preparing graduates for graduate employment, professional traineeships, and further postgraduate study.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
