Course Level
Doctor Degree (By Research)
CRICOS
093084K
Doctor of Clinical Research in Optometry Professional Doctorate
The Professional Doctorate of Clinical Research in Optometry is an applied research professional degree that is designed specifically for clinicians in optometry or cognate areas. It provides an opportunity to combine a doctoral thesis with the coursework component of relevant Masters programs. Participation in the DCRO will lead to the presentation of a doctoral thesis.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Kensington | Flexible Delivery - 4 years | N/A | N/A |
Structure
Students must complete 144 UOC when taken as a standalone program.
Entry requirements
- A minimum 1 year post-qualifying professional experience in clinical practice
- demonstrated capacity for independent research under the guidance of a supervisor at the doctoral level (as defined by the UNSW Higher Degree Research Admissions and Pathways Guideline Version: 1.0 Effective 15 October 2014)
- A first or upper-second class (Distinction) Honours degree in Optometry or in a cognate discipline.
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