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A day in the life of an optometry student
Tuesday 25 August 2026
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
'A day in the life of an optometry student' is a hands-on experience for Year 11 and 12 students from the South West and Grampians/Wimmera regions who are interested in studying optometry.
Spend a day at Deakin University and discover what it’s really like to study optometry. You’ll take part in practical activities, explore pathways and entry requirements, and learn about future career options in the field.
Deakin academics and current optometry students will be on hand to answer your questions and share their experiences.
Event details
Location: Deakin University, Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Event date: Tuesday 25 August 2026
Time: 10am to 3pm (on campus)
Deakin will provide shuttle buses from select locations in the South West and Grampians regions.
Submit an expression of interest
Please email us for more information, expression of interest and participant consent forms.
To participate, you’ll need to submit an expression of interest. Places are limited and submitting an expression of interest does not guarantee a place.
Expression of interest close Friday 31 July 2026.
Contact us
Email the Pathway2Health team
