Experience a variety of learning opportunities outside of the Doctor of Optometry program.
Integrated Business Education Business education is also an important part of our curriculum, and we integrate Practice Management courses throughout the first three years.
Interprofessional Education As a primary healthcare provider, it will be critical for you to understand the complexity of the healthcare system and to value the contribution of other medical professionals. During your program you will have the opportunity to work with students from Pacific’s Schools of Pharmacy, Graduate Psychology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies in interdisciplinary case studies.
Expand Your Knowledge You can further expand your knowledge through one of Pacific’s three affiliated master’s degrees.
Master of Science (M.S.) in Vision Science You will engage in advanced study and research of the visual system, working with a faculty adviser to complete a thesis based on original research.
Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Visual Function in Learning Offered in conjunction with Pacific’s College of Education, this program provides specialized study to qualify you as an education vision consultant. Students who pursue the M.Ed. often work in pediatrics or community school districts or as faculty in a graduate optometry program.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) This concurrent degree prepares you to become a business leader through its innovative curriculum delivered in a cohort model.
A student is doing Goldmann tonometry on a patient using a slit lamp.
We focus on an advanced education that allows our students to be successful and make a difference.