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PhD of Vision Science

University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, United States
2.75 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

Two-year research master's in vision science.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Apply core concepts and methods in Vision Science to practical and academic problems. Analyse information
develop reasoned solutions
and communicate findings in the context of Vision Science. Use critical thinking
ethical judgment and effective communication in discipline-related projects.

Career outcomes

Vision science researcher
clinical trials coordinator
academic lecturer
specialist optometrist
ocular diagnostics consultant
product development executive
low vision and rehabilitation specialist
PhD study

Curriculum

Two-year research master's. Year 1 teaches advanced quantitative research methods and advanced qualitative research methods while work on the thesis begins. Year 2 is devoted to completing the thesis in a chosen area of clinical optometry or vision science.

Entry requirements

Academic

Accredited bachelor degree with official English transcripts
Minimum GPA 2.5 institution-wide
Two recommendation letters
English proficiency test report
Passport copy
Proof of financial support
GRE for the Vision Science PhD.

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

Baccalaureate degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution recognised by the US Department of Education (or equivalent) with official transcripts in English and proof of graduation, Two letters of recommendation, Proof of English proficiency, Passport copy and any US visa, Proof of financial support form, Some programmes ask GRE/GMAT, Writing samples or interviews

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 83
IELTS 6.5
TOEIC 700
PTE Academic 56
Cambridge C1
Duolingo 115
IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
Passport Copy
Recommendation Letters
Degree Certificate
English Language Proficiency Evidence
Two Letters of Recommendation
Proof of Financial Support

How to apply

Review the graduate programme admission criteria and application dates. Complete the online graduate application on the official university website. Upload the required academic qualifications and programme-specific supporting documents. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$17,520 USD
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Broadway Campus, San Antonio
Faculty or school	Rosenberg School of Optometry
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Full-time
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	University of the Incarnate Word offers scholarships to students in selected academic and professional programs. The published international freshman and transfer merit award ranges apply to first undergraduate degrees only. Graduate and professional applicants must verify program-specific awards.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
July 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2.75 years.