Doctor of Optometry

关于课程

The Doctor of Optometry at The University of Western Australia is a postgraduate professional doctorate preparing graduates to detect, diagnose and manage eye conditions, including complications linked to chronic disease. It combines advanced clinical training with supervised professional placement experience to support practice-ready capability in eye and vision care. This is a doctoral-level qualification in Health Sciences focused on optometry practice. The programme advances health sciences research through evidence-based inquiry, clinical context, and supervised thesis development.

职业成果

Graduates pursue registration with the Optometry Board of Australia and may work across diverse settings with strong employment prospects. Career options include private practice in community clinics, hospital-based optometry roles, and positions in government or not-for-profit organisations. The degree can also support pathways into academia or research. This is a doctoral-level Health Sciences qualification leading to professional optometry careers. Preparing graduates for health research, clinical leadership, and doctoral study in nursing and health sciences.

珀斯的生活成本**

餐厅 （膳食，便宜的餐厅） A$ 17 - 23	每月租金 （市中心一间卧室） A$ 1,255 - 1,660	每月租金 （中心外有一间卧室） A$ 866 - 1,146
运输 （日常的） A$ 6 - 8	每月公用事业费用 （电力、移动和互联网） A$ 243 - 321

平均工资***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**来源：numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)