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Vision & Hearing Sciences

From audiology to optometry, develop your skills to meet the needs of today’s employers, and start on the path to professional registration. Get hands-on experience in our University Eye Clinic and benefit from our world-leading research.

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Research

Find out about our world-class research in Applied Ecology, Behavioural Ecology, Biomedical, and Forensic and Investigative Sciences, as well as postgraduate research opportunities.

Vision & Hearing Sciences research

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Students gain essential clinical experience in our University Eye Clinic.

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Eye testing in our University Eye Clinic
Eye testing in our University Eye Clinic
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