Academic Plans - Departmental
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Introduction to the School of Optometry |
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The School of Optometry of the Faculty of Science offers a four-year professional Academic Plan leading to the degree of Doctor of Optometry. It is the only School of Optometry in Canada with English as the language of instruction. The immediate purpose of the School of Optometry is to qualify individuals for the practice of optometry. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as optometrists in the province of their choice. The study of Optometry provides students with a background in general science and specialized knowledge in visual science so that they may follow a career in optometric research and teaching if they so desire. A two-year Diploma of Residency, designed for persons with the OD degree who wish to improve and extend their clinical skills, is available. Graduate Academic Plans in Vision Science leading to the Master of Science degree and the Doctor of Philosophy degree are also available.
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