The Final Optom Guide

Part five of optometry is mainly spent in clinic with no lectures scheduled. You will also spend six weeks on externships, which you can read in the externship guide.

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A-Z Part 4 Optom Guide

I’ve heard from many past students that they consider part 4 the most challenging year in all of optometry because of all the assessments and research, but I personally didn’t find it that bad.

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MEDSCI Grade Distributions

Here are recent grade distributions of stage 2 and 3 MEDSCI papers. Please note that grade distributions between cohorts vary and can depend on factors such as content and exam conditions.

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AI vs Healthcare

We have seen significant developments in artificial intelligence technology in the past year. The release of ChatGPT allows ordinary people like you and me to utilise artificial intelligence like never before.

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Unconventional Biomed Tips

Let’s face it, most students in Biomed are aiming to get into medicine. However, entry into medicine is very competitive, so we recommend having a plan B. What if you don’t get into your preferred clinical programme?

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Optom Part 3 Survival Guide

All you need guide for part 3 of optometry at UoA. Now that you’ve survived your first year in optom, it’s time for the second. I hope you enjoyed Part 2 because Part 3 gets much better.

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Hot topics for MMI

MMI questions are often based on recent events and issues facing New Zealand. The following are recent events and changes in regulations that could come up in questions. We will discuss its significance and provide further reading.

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The ULTIMATE CST Guide

The CST stands for Clinical Selection test. The CST is back after being introduced in 2020 where it made Biomed/Health Sci students tremble. This guide aims to take some pressure off you…

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