How to apply

Master of Orthoptics (C04299)

Applications for 2025 are now open:

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Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Your application and eligibility for interview will be assessed on a rolling basis.

Applicants are welcome to apply in the final session of their qualifying degree. If successful, you may receive a conditional offer pending the successful completion of your qualifying degree and/or any other conditions. 

Entry is competitive and assessment is based on grade point average (GPA). It is important to note that meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee an interview nor offer of a place.

Applying as a domestic (local) student

If you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or humanitarian visa holder you can apply online directly through UTS Student Portal.

If you are an Indigenous applicant, apply through UTS Student Portal and you will be contacted by the Indigenous Student Liaison Officer with further information. Indigenous applicants are welcome to submit cultural and/or community referees to accompany their application.

Applying as an international student

If you are not an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident, you will need to apply through UTS International.

Dates

Autumn B Session commences with Professional Skills Week in mid-February with classes starting in late February. Applications are not accepted for commencement in Spring session (mid-year).

Fees

To calculate the fees for this course, visit UTS Fees.

Note: There are no Commonwealth Supported Places available for this course, however, domestic students may be eligible for the FEE-HELP loan scheme.

Doctor of Philosophy (C02059v1)    
Master of Orthoptics (Research) (C03056v1)

Step 1:    
Identify your proposed area of research, and potential supervisor/s. Future research students are encouraged to view the school's:

• Academic staff
• Find a supervisor database

Step 2:    
Make an enquiry to UTS Graduate School of Health. This helps us to connect you to a supervisor and start your application process.

Step 3:    
The school’s research team will help guide you through this step.

Domestic students should follow the research degree application process outlined by the Graduate Research School.

International students should visit UTS International for comprehensive information on the application process, fees and English language requirements.

Application dates

It is important for candidates to submit an enquiry. For application deadlines please visit the application deadlines page.

Fees

Local students (citizens of Australia and New Zealand and permanent residents of Australia) currently have their course fees met through the Commonwealth Government’s Research Training Program (opens to external site). However, students are responsible for other fees incurred by their project (eg. software, photocopying, transport).

International students: see international student fees.