C07141v2 Graduate Diploma in Vision Science
Award(s): Graduate Diploma in Vision Science (GradDipVisSc)CRICOS code: 098503M
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 48
Course EFTSL: 1
Location: City campus
Notes
This is an exit-only course. There is no direct admission to it. Current UTS students may be able to submit an Internal Course Transfer (Graduating) application to exit with this course. See the Course transfer page for further details.
Overview
Course intended learning outcomes
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Exit award
Other information
Overview
Students enrolled in the Master of Orthoptics (C04299) can apply to transfer into this exit-only course after completing 48 credit points of specified study and gain a graduate diploma qualification.
Course intended learning outcomes
| 1.1 | Analyse and synthesise knowledge of health and vision sciences concepts and theory and apply skills of inquiry to support decision-making. |
| 1.2 | Collaborate effectively within teams and accurately communicate concepts in vision science to a wide variety of audiences. |
| 2.1 | Reflect on knowledge, attitudes and skills acquired for the evaluation and integration of emerging evidence into health practice. |
| 3.1 | Demonstrate ethical, compassionate, and respectful approaches to the practice of vision science, with an awareness of national and global health contexts. |
| 4.1 | Critically reflect on knowledge of Indigenous Australian contexts and apply principles of cultural safety to work effectively with and for Indigenous Australians within health and vision science. |
Course duration and attendance
This course can be completed in one year of full-time study.
Course structure
This course comprises a total of 48 credit points.
Course completion requirements
| 96027 Eye and Visual Systems | 6cp | |
| 96028 Binocular Vision and Ocular Motility 1 | 6cp | |
| 96029 Ocular Pathology 1 | 6cp | |
| 96030 Introduction to Professional Practice | 6cp | |
| 96031 Clinical Management of Refractive Error | 6cp | |
| 96032 Binocular Vision and Ocular Motility 2 | 6cp | |
| 96033 Ocular Pathology 2 | 6cp | |
| 96034 Professional Practice 1 | 6cp | |
| Total | 48cp |
Exit award
This is an exit-only course for students enrolled in the Master of Orthoptics (C04299). Direct entry is not available.
Other information
For further information about this course, or instructions on how to apply for an internal course transfer (graduating), contact the UTS Student Centre on:
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887) or
+61 2 9514 1222
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