A day in the life of an optometry student

Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus

Wednesday 7 May – Wednesday 27 August

'A day in the life of an optometry student' is an opportunity for Year 11 students with an interest in optometry to experience what it is like to be an optometry student at Deakin. Offered twice, the day will include hands-on practical activities as well as the chance to learn more about pathways, entry requirements and career options.

Academics and current students will be available to answer all your questions.

Please email us at pathways2health@deakin.edu.au for more information, expression of interest and participant consent forms.

An expression of interest (EOI) is required to be considered for the program. Limited places available. Please note that submitting an EOI does not guarantee a place in the program.

Event details

Location: Deakin University Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus

Event dates: 7 May 2025 and 27 August 2025

Time: On campus from 10am to 3pm

Travel: Deakin is arranging shuttles buses for participants from regions to the west and northwest of Geelong.

Bus from west of Geelong

Pick up

  • Warrnambool 7.15am
  • Terang 7.50am
  • Camperdown 8.10am
  • Colac 8.45am

Drop off

  • Colac 4pm
  • Camperdown 4.30pm
  • Terang 4.45pm
  • Warrnambool 5.20pm

Bus from northwest of Geelong

Pick up

  • Ararat 7.15am
  • Beaufort 7.45am
  • Ballarat 8.20am

Drop off

  • Ballarat 4.30pm
  • Beaufort 5.05pm
  • Ararat 5.40pm

Contact us

For any enquiries about this event or to express interest in attending, please email us.