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Master of Optometry and Vision Science
- Milan, Italy
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A full-time research PhD in optometry and vision science.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop independent research expertise in Optometry and Vision Science. Design and conduct original investigations
- Critically assess evidence
- and communicate defensible scholarly findings.
Career outcomes
- Research Assistant
- Laboratory Assistant
- Programme Coordinator
Curriculum
- Research degree of 3 to 4 years full time. Students complete an independent research project and thesis under supervision
- With research training provided. The page lists research areas rather than taught modules.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree in optometry
- Optics
- Vision science or related scientific field
- Entry requirements examination and international qualification evaluation where applicable.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree in optometry, Optics, Vision science, Physics or related area.
Language tests
- IELTS Academic IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 72
- PTE Academic 59
- Cambridge English Cambridge B2 or higher
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- University Academic Transcripts
- Bachelor's Degree / University Graduation Certificate
- Proof of English Language Proficiency
- Copy of Tax Code
- Copy of Visa
- Residency Permit Application
How to apply
- Apply through Apply.UNIMIB or the relevant online student registry during the official admission window. Select the program. Upload required academic and identity documents. Provide language evidence where required. Pay any applicable evaluation or application fee. Complete admission tests or interviews where required. Then follow enrolment instructions if admitted.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | €456 EUR |
|---|---|
| Application fee | €30 EUR |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Milano-Bicocca Milan Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Sciences |
| Department | Department of Materials Science |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Bicocca International Scholarship provides 10000 per year gross plus tuition-fee exemption for eligible international students on selected programs, DSU and other benefits may also apply. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2026
Apply by
31 Jul 2027
260 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 31 Jul 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is €456 EUR per year. The application fee is €30 EUR. The estimated living cost is €13,710 EUR.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, PTE Academic 59, Cambridge English Cambridge B2 or higher. An interview is required.