Management of Neuro-ophthalmic Disorders (OPTO90015)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25Not available in 2025
About this subject
Overview
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This subject is to enable optometrists to extend their abilities to evaluate the sensory and motor pathways of the visual system, both in the context of evaluating visual complaints themselves as well as gaining further knowledge of how visual and ocular motor signs may reflect a range of systemic conditions, particularly of the central nervous system. Because complaints related to these pathways may reflect problems arising anywhere from the anterior visual pathways to the higher-order visual cortices, optometrists should benefit from gaining a deeper understanding of the current state of knowledge of these pathways and their assessment.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the subject enrolled optometrists should:
- be familiar with the skills needed for assessment of sensory and motor aspects of the visual system;
- have sufficient knowledge to identify neurological conditions requiring referral to appropriate specialists;
- have a broad ability to incorporate latest findings from neuro-ophthalmic literature into assessment and management of patients seen in optometric practice;
- be able to modify and improve practice based on dialogue, self-reflection and life-long learning.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject the student should:
- have improved capacity to evaluate and synthesise a range of professional and scientific literature associated with the knowledge and skills in the area being studied;
- be able to articulate knowledge and understanding in a written presentation;
- have developed an understanding of the value of advanced knowledge and improved technology to both a professional and wider community;
- have an appreciation of the design, conduct, analysis and reporting of research;
- have developed a high level of analytic and problem solving skill;
- have developed a flexibility of approach to enable better response to a background of rapidly changing information;
- have confidence to broaden scope of knowledge by consulting professional and scientific literature from fields that overlap and enhance professional practice;
- have the confidence to call upon peers to discuss and confer when needed;
- have developed capacity to manage competing demands on time and enhanced capacity for self-directed work;
- have and understanding of the area being studied in an international context.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into one of the following:
- MC-CLINOPT Master of Clinical Optometry
- SC-MGTNOD Specialist Certificate in the Management of Neuro-Ophthalmic Disorders
Expected level of knowledge is that of a graduate of an optometry degree leading to registration to practice in Australia
Or equivalent.
This subject is not available for students admitted in any other courses.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Case Study Report 1 - either own case or choice from a list of cases/conditions supplied
| Week 4 | 20% |
Case Study Report 2 - either own case or choice from a list of cases/conditions supplied
| Week 8 | 20% |
Case Study Report 3 - either own case or choice from a list of cases/conditions supplied
| End of the teaching period | 20% |
Reflective Essay - based on own learning throughout the subject, due first week of the exam period
| During the examination period | 30% |
Online contribution - based on the quantity and quality of onilne contributions and the level of interaction | Throughout the teaching period | 10% |
| Hurdle requirement: Satisfactory online contribution (participate in greater than 50% of online activities). | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
Not available in 2025
Time commitment details
Approx. 340 hours including all online activities, assessments, reading, and preparation.
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 4 March 2025