Bachelor of Vision Science
University of New South Wales - Sydney - Kensington
Overview
Vision Science is the study of the sensory processes that underlie vision and the development and use of vision-related technologies. This degree aims to develop scientists who understand how we see and interact with our world. Graduates will have a deep understanding of a broad range of areas including?sensation and perception, psychophysics,?optics, anatomy and functioning of the eye, oculo–visual disorders, introductory pharmacology, visual aids and dispensing, the consulting room interface, and research design, methods and experimentation.
ATAR Profile: Some UNSW offers were issued based on the UNSW Gateway Early Conditional Offer Scheme with a lower ATAR entry requirement. Refer to the Admissions Information for a complete ATAR profile by degree.
Majors
Areas of study
Vision science.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Ophthalmic assistant in ophthalmic industries and in eye and vision research; development of vision correction devices such as contact lenses, spectacles, ocular implants, imaging and drug development in optics, vision science and ophthalmology research laboratories; and health promotion in government and non-government organisations.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 99.9 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 93.75 | 99.38 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 85.45 | 92.35 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of New South Wales website for admission criteria information.
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University
University of New South Wales
Campus
Sydney - Kensington
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Health Sciences
Indicative ATAR
85.45
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years
Course Link
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- State
- NSW
- Type
- University
- Courses
- 124
- Campuses
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Canberra at ADFA Sydney - Kensington Sydney - Kensington/Online Sydney - Paddington
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