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1 Best Optometry Bachelor's Universities in Australia 2026

11 universities in Australia offer Medicine & Health Sciences at bachelor's level in 2026, with 31 programmes to compare. This ranking is for applicants choosing an undergraduate path in health and medicine.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

1 university · ranked best first

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University of Canberra

Australia · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Optometry?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Canberra. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Optometry cost abroad?▾

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Optometry abroad?▾

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?▾

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Optometry at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Optometry at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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At bachelor’s level, this subject is an undergraduate route into medicine and health sciences rather than a postgraduate specialisation. It suits applicants who want an initial degree in the field and need to compare study options before moving on to later training or employment.

The universities in this set are public institutions. Most are in major metropolitan settings, while James Cook University of North Queensland points to a more regional North Queensland location. Fees are not published for every option in the facts provided, so confirm tuition costs directly with the university before deciding.

Before applying, verify the exact programme title, entry requirements, duration, campus location, and total tuition fee for the specific course you want. You should also confirm whether the programme is available to international students and whether any placement, clinical, or registration requirements apply.