Clinical Vision Science (MSc) 36 months Postgraduate Program By Dalhousie University |Top Universities
Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

18,603 CADTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Health/HealthcareMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master's in Clinical Vision Science Program consists of two program years of 7 and 1/2 class credits, two extended clinical practica plus a thesis in an area of vision research. Graduates earn MSc in Clinical Vision Science. MSc in Clinical Vision Science includes a concurrent Graduate Diploma in Orthoptics and Ophthalmic Medical Technology.  Graduate Diploma option: All candidates must apply to the Master’s Program. They, however, may opt to graduate with Graduate Diploma upon completion of all course work and practical training, without the thesis research component (VISC 9000.00).


Educational material is delivered in class format regading theoretical foundations, as well as through laboratory and supervised practical clinical training. Teaching follows a sequence that reflects increasing complexity and effective integration of the acquired knowledge and skills.  

Program overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master's in Clinical Vision Science Program consists of two program years of 7 and 1/2 class credits, two extended clinical practica plus a thesis in an area of vision research. Graduates earn MSc in Clinical Vision Science. MSc in Clinical Vision Science includes a concurrent Graduate Diploma in Orthoptics and Ophthalmic Medical Technology.  Graduate Diploma option: All candidates must apply to the Master’s Program. They, however, may opt to graduate with Graduate Diploma upon completion of all course work and practical training, without the thesis research component (VISC 9000.00).


Educational material is delivered in class format regading theoretical foundations, as well as through laboratory and supervised practical clinical training. Teaching follows a sequence that reflects increasing complexity and effective integration of the acquired knowledge and skills.  

Admission Requirements

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Candidates must satisfy the general requirements for admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Admission requirements for the MSc in Clinical Vision Science include a bachelor’s degree with honours or a bachelor’s degree with 4 years of undergraduate study from a recognized institution of higher education with a minimum of B average (GPA 3.0).
In addition, applicants should have at least one undergraduate class from the following list:
  • human anatomy
  • neuroscience, e.g. neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, etc.
  • psychology
  • physiology
  • biology
  • biochemistry
  • psychophysics

It is also recommended that students have completed a course in research methods (e.g. statistics or research design).
Admission is based on assessment of previous academic achievement, letters of reference, professional goals and interest, interview with admission committee, and English language competency test for international students. Related clinical and/or laboratory practice will also be taken into consideration.

3 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,211 CAD
International
18,603 CAD

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