Postgraduate Study in Ophthalmology
Overview
Programmes available are:
- Postgraduate Diploma in Ophthalmic Basic Sciences (PGDipOphthBS)
- Master of Ophthalmology (MOphth)
The postgraduate diploma is available to graduates with at least two years' experience who either want to embark on a career in ophthalmology, or are in a recognised training programme and wish to enhance their understanding of the ophthalmic basic sciences.
The master's programme is designed for medical graduates who have completed the postgraduate diploma and wish to extend their understanding of the subject by completing a research project.
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Whether you are advancing your career with our specialised graduate qualifications or pursuing in-depth research and expertise through our postgraduate programmes, Otago is here to support your aspirations.
Postgraduate qualifications
Honours, Master’s, PhDs, and other advanced degrees for graduates. Just one additional year of study will earn you a valuable postgraduate degree. Or perhaps you want the depth of a full year of research-only time during a Master’s or to step up to a PhD.
Postgraduate Diploma in Ophthalmic Basic Sciences (PGDipOphthBS)
A one-year full-time (or longer part-time) programme, taught in conjunction with the University of Sydney
Master of Ophthalmology (MOphth)
A one-year full-time (or two-year part-time) research degree for medical graduates who have completed the PGDipOphthBS and wish to extend their knowledge
Graduate Qualifications
Our graduate qualifications are crafted to transition students from foundational studies to advanced, specialised knowledge.
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