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Top two in the world
UNSW SOVS ranked as the 2nd top institution worldwide for Optometry
1st worldwide for contact lens research
UNSW SOVS named the top institution in the world for contact lens research
The largest in Australasia
The largest optometry and vision science school in Australasia
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Latest news

Stay connected with what’s happening at UNSW School of Optometry & Vision Science. Read our news and thought-leadership articles on contemporary topics and explore exciting events coming up on the calendar.
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PhD Student Recognised with Prestigious American Academy of Optometry Foundation Award

Dec 12, 2024
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Higher Degree Research Student of the Week: Suleman Irfan

Dec 12, 2024
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Drs Binod Rayamajhee and Janelle Tong Receive Dean’s Award for Outstanding PhD Theses

Dec 12, 2024
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Future Directions and Goals for the UNSW Clinical Research Unit

Dec 03, 2024
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Events

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UNSW Info Day

12:00 - 16:00
Info Day is your opportunity to find your path to UNSW. Explore your study options, tour our campus, and chat with academics and current students, so you can feel confident in your choice.
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Challenges and opportunities of using AI in microbiological routine diagnostics

13:00 - 14:00
Artificial intelligence and machine learning allow to analyze complex data in medicine – however, the implementation is much slower than in other fields.

How to become an optometrist

Want to make a profound impact on people’s lives? Studying optometry at UNSW puts you on the right path.
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Study areas

We’re training the next generation of optometrists and researchers. Studying Optometry & Vision Science at UNSW blends clinical practice with vision science research making real impacts and improving lives.
Optometry
Optometrists diagnose vision problems, eye diseases and other eye health issues. Through optometry, vision problems and eye diseases can be corrected or managed, restoring sight and quality of life.
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Orientation & Mobility
Orientation and Mobility (O&M) is the practice of enabling people with low vision or blindness to know where they are, so they can get where they want to go safely. Find out more.
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Vision Science
Studying Vision Science you'll be prepared to identify problems a client has with vision, understand the theory of why or how eye problems occur and develop treatment options.
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Postgraduate Research
Explore resources for postgraduate research students of UNSW School of Optometry & Vision Science.
Postgraduate Coursework
Our four postgraduate coursework programs are the Graduate Certificate in Ocular Therapeutics, the Graduate Certificate in Myopia Management, the Graduate Diploma in Orientation and Mobility, and the Master of Optometry.

Enrol in our short courses for Evidence-Based Myopia Management, Advanced Paediatric Eye Care and Dry Eye Disease: Diagnosis and Management.

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Our impact

Latest papers

SOVS Paper of the Week: Increased dendritic cell density and altered morphology in allergic conjunctivitis

Student life and resources

We offer an immersive student life at the School of Optometry & Vision Science. View our list of internships, volunteer opportunities and get the support you need to settle in and succeed.

Our research

Research students from a variety of disciplines, including microbiology, psychology, education, bio-engineering, pharmacology as well as optometry and ophthalmology have studied for higher degrees at the School of Optometry & Vision Science. Our multidisciplinary approach to research is one of the school's key strengths.
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