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Bachelor of Optometry at University of Johannesburg

University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Programme overview

Bachelor of Optometry is offered by the Department of Optometry, Faculty of Health Sciences, at the University of Johannesburg (programme code B9O02Q). Duration: 4 Years.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences  |  Department: Department of Optometry  |  Duration: 4 Years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Applications close 31 October 2026  |  Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Career pathways

Optometrists are primary health care specialists trained to examine the eyes to detect defects in vision, signs of injury, ocular diseases or abnormality.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 34. Minimum APS of 34, English 5 (60%+), Mathematics 5 (60%+), Physical Science 5 (60%+) and Life Science 5 (60%+).

Applications for undergraduate studies open on 1 April 2026 and close on 31 October 2026 at 12:00. Applications for student accommodation open on 1 April 2026 and close on 31 October 2026 at 12:00.

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Apply through the official page: https://www.uj.ac.za/admission-aid/undergraduate/

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