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Aalen University
Aalen
Vision Science & Business
Subjects: Vision Science;Business
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
The Aalen master's degree program, M.Sc. Vision Science and Business (Optometry), comprehensively covers all clinical and optometric components B, C, and D of the European Diploma Optometry (EDO). This ensures that graduates meet the highest standards of Swiss optometry and earn an internationally recognized Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree. Classes are primarily taught in English by esteemed professors from our partner institution, Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, Oregon. The program is designed for part-time study, allowing students to maintain full-time employment. Typically, it spans four semesters, or two years. Instruction includes direct classroom sessions and laboratory workshops, held once a month over an extended weekend from Friday to Tuesday. Whenever possible, these sessions are also available online at a high level of quality. Notably, parts of the Pharmacology lectures are delivered online by the highly respected and skilled Prof. Lorne Yudcovitch, OD. This structure ensures that students receive a robust education while balancing their professional commitments. The program's blend of in-person and online learning, coupled with expert instruction, prepares graduates for advanced roles in optometry.
Program Information
| Study Location | Aalen |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Employment adjacent |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | 6,500 EUR |
| Cost per Semester | 132 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Qualification Requirements
The following admission requirements have to be presented in order to be accepted to the Master’s program ”M.Sc. in Vision Science and Business (Optometry)“ at Aalen University: Bachelor degree in Optometry or Ophthalmic Optics.
Document Requirements
The following documents have to be included: Personally signed application form (see above) Personally signed application for enrollment (see also above) Evidence demonstrating a minimum of one year of practice/practical/work experience up on completion of your degree or equivalent program, f.e. a reference letter from your employer Transcript of Records and certificates attesting to your completion of a degree program in a relevant field of study since secondary school education (e.g. B.Sc. in Optometry) If available: Copy of the exmatriculation certificate from your University Scan of your current health insurance card Passport sized photo Curriculum vita
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Restricted |
| Application | directly at the University |
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