OPTO30008 Ocular Anatomy and Physiology
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- Final exam 50%
- About 4 class hours a week
Is OPTO30008 hard?
OPTO30008: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
The structure and function of the eye, from cornea and lens to retina and optic nerve, with clinical examples.
After it you can
- Describe the anatomy of the eye and orbit
- Explain how eye structures support vision
- Connect structural changes to eye disease
What you need first
BIOM20002
How it’s assessed
Tests 50%, Final exam 50%
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Quick answers
- When is OPTO30008 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- What do I need before taking OPTO30008?
- Needs BIOM20002.
- Does OPTO30008 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. Assessment: Tests 50%, Final exam 50%.
- How many class hours a week does OPTO30008 have?
- 4 h a week in class
- Can I take OPTO30008 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- Can I rate OPTO30008?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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