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Opticianry with Co-op

Learn more about studying Opticianry with Co-op as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Undergraduate diploma
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    16,990CAD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug, Sep
  • QS Ranking
    Not QS Ranked

Program overview

What Georgian College says about their program:

In this program,students experience a unique blend of health care and business management. Through theory and practical experience in labs/clinics, students learn to competently dispense eyeglasses, contact lenses and sub-normal vision devices, and learn about basic refraction. Students gain a strong foundation of ocular sciences in optics and anatomy, and are provided the expertise necessary to layout and edge lenses for frame insertion, as well as repair, customize and modify eyewear to the patient/clients’ needs. Emphasis is also placed on professional services. Through critical thinking, problem solving, and entrepreneurial skills, students learn how to establish and operate a small business, how to use effective sales techniques, and enhance communication and interpersonal skills in order to be successful in the optical retail environment.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Secondary or high school transcripts with proof of graduation, subjects taken and grades received
  • Math and English credits are required at the Grade 12 level

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • College or university transcripts with proof of graduation subjects taken, and grades received

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • Duolingo English Test

    110

  • PTE

    58

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • TOEFL iBT

    89

  • Duolingo English Test

    125

  • PTE

    61

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Passport identification page
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Required grades

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Scholarships at Georgian College

  • Awards, Scholarships and Bursaries

    Official page

    Georgian College offers awards, scholarships and bursaries to domestic, international, Indigenous, full-time and part-time students, including entrance students. Students use the official awards system to review current opportunities and eligibility.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Fee information

  • Certificate tuition

    from CAD$17,170 to CAD$18,170 per year

  • Diploma tuition

    from CAD$16,990 to CAD$29,200 per year

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from CAD$20,360 to CAD$20,450 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    from CAD$17,900 to CAD$19,280 per year

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What is the cost of living near Georgian College?

Category Cost  (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,030
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,758
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$334
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$108
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$50
Monthly public transport pass$91
Monthly grocery basket$260
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$18
Gym membership$56

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Georgian College

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Canada student visa requirements