C07141v1 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. check with the UTS Student Centre.
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 | Reflect on knowledge, attitudes and skills acquired for the evaluation and integration of emerging evidence into health practice. |
| 1.2 | Analyse and synthesise knowledge of health and vision sciences concepts and theory, and apply skills of inquiry to support decision-making. |
| 2.1 | Demonstrate ethical behaviour and knowledge in the principles of evidence-based practice in health for the benefit of the wider community. |
| 2.2 | Demonstrate ethical, compassionate and respectful approaches to the practice of vision science. |
| 2.3 | Effectively and accurately communicate concepts in vision science, while acknowledging and adapting communication to address cultural and linguistic diversity. |
| 3.1 | Demonstrate knowledge of health systems and concerns in national and global communities. |
| 4.1 | Demonstrate respect and value for diverse ways of knowing, being and doing, in particular recognising the diversity of Indigenous Australians while critically reflecting upon the impact of ongoing colonisation and its pervasive discourse on their health and wellbeing, and integrating this knowledge into practice. |
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 | |
| Select 24 credit points of options: | 24cp | |
| 96032 Binocular Vision and Ocular Motility 2 | 6cp | |
| 96031 Clinical Management of Refractive Error | 6cp | |
| 96036 Neurological Ocular Disorders | 6cp | |
| 96033 Ocular Pathology 2 | 6cp | |
| 96034 Professional Practice 1 | 6cp | |
| 96035 Research Project 1 | 6cp | |
| 96037 Therapy, Management and Rehabilitation | 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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