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Master of Health Sciences in Optometry at University of Johannesburg

University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Programme overview

Research master's (NQF 9, 180 credits, code M9OT1Q) in optometry that develops independent scientific research with an original component through a master's dissertation. Only a research master's is offered. Full-time or part-time on the Doornfontein campus.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences  |  Department: Department of Optometry  |  Duration: Full-time 1 year; part-time 2 years  |  Intake: Applications open 1 April to 31 October 2026  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Independent research culminating in a master's dissertation; the programme is research-based.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in Optometry (or equivalent).

Intake: Applications close 31 October 2026

Duration: Full-Time 1 Year and Part-Time 2 Years

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

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