这是一个需要对知识做出原始且重大贡献的研究程度。对于那些希望在研究中担任领导职务的人来说，这是传统的道路。它要求学生在学术指导下进行大型研究项目。本课程帮助学生完成在国际范围内有助于其领域知识的原始研究。悉尼科技大学的研究是在动态的，注重结果的环境中进行的。该大学吸引了想要在专业和刺激性框架内发展知识和专业知识的学生。当学生入学时，他们便与矫正和眼保健行业的学术人员和专业人员紧密合作，成为活跃而富有活力的研究文化的一部分。
This is a research degree requiring an original and significant contribution to knowledge. It is the traditional path for those wishing to assume leadership positions in research. It requires students to undertake a large research project under academic supervision. This course assists students to complete original research that contributes to knowledge in their field within an international context. Research at UTS takes place in a dynamic and outcome-oriented environment. The University attracts students who want to develop their knowledge and expertise within a professional and stimulating framework. When students enrol, they become part of a lively and vigorous research culture, working closely with academic staff and professionals from the orthoptic and eye health industries.