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Clinical Vision Science (MSc) at Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University, Canada

Programme overview

Build clinical and research skills in the assessment and treatment of vision disorders. In partnership with the IWK Health Centre , Dalhousie’s Clinical Vision Science Program provides a strong foundation in the vision sciences for those interested in the profession of orthoptics and ophthalmic medical technology.

Faculty: Health  |  Department: Clinical Vision Science  |  Duration: 2 years (entry-to-practice, non-thesis stream)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Career pathways

Dal’s Clinical Vision Science program is uniquely positioned within Canada because it is delivered in partnership with the IWK Health Centre and is the only Canadian program that can certify graduates in both orthoptics and ophthalmic medical technology . This immediately positions graduates for specialized, in‑demand clinical roles.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: CAD 12,254 a year (2026). 2026-27 Graduate Studies Masters fee schedule, programme fee per year (full-time, Canadian citizens/permanent residents). Tuition only: excludes mandatory incidental, auxiliary and society fees. Non-Canadian master's students pay an additional internation Source

Intake: September

Duration: 2 years (entry-to-practice, non-thesis stream)

Apply through the official page: https://apply.dal.ca/apply/

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