“Giulio Velati” Prize 2025-2026

The prizes are for students with an Italian Bachelor’s degree in Optics and Optometry who are enrolled in the first year of the Master’s program in Optometry and Vision Science at the University of Milano-Bicocca for the 2025-2026 academic year.

The award is established in memory of Giulio Velati, a pioneer of optometry in Italy.

How to apply for the “Giulio Velati” Prize

Master’s degree in OPTOMETRY AND VISION SCIENCE 2025-26

The last ADMISSION CALL for the Master’s Degree in OPTOMETRY AND VISION SCIENCE 2025/2026 is published here under the section “Admission and Enrolment” –  “CALL FOR ADMISSION 2025/2026 A.Y”.

Deadline: September 4, 2025

Further information on the Master’s Degree course are reported on the e-learning page

Don’t miss this last chance!

Admission call for the Master’s Degree in Optometry and Vision Science AY: 2025-2026

The ADMISSION CALL for the Master’s Degree in OPTOMETRY AND VISION SCIENCE has been published here under the section “Admission and Enrolment” –  “CALL FOR ADMISSION 2025/2026 A.Y”.

It is recommended to carefully read the call.

Deadline: May 2, 2025.

Further information on the Master’s Degree course are reported on the e-learning page

COMiB at MIDO 2025

MIDO2025 posterWe’re thrilled to announce that our research center, COMiB, is organizing activities and preparing materials for the University corner at MIDO 2025, the largest international event dedicated to optics and eyewear! 
 Where to find us?
Pavilion 1, Stand AS22, FASHION DISTRICT
 When?
From February 8th to 10th, 2025, at Fiera Milano Rho


An entire stand will showcase the Bachelor’s Degrees in Optics and Optometry offered across Italy and the new Master’s Degree in Optometry and Vision Science, launched this year by the University of Milano-Bicocca.
This is a unique opportunity to:
– Discover educational programs
– Meet students and professors
– Gain insights into career opportunities
COMiB looks forward to welcoming you as we explore the future of optometry and vision science together!

COMIB at the 15th Assottica Conference: advancing CL Education and Research

Fabrizio Zeri and other speakers during a round table the Assottica 2024 conferenceWith more than 800 delegates gathered for its 15th edition titled “Change the View” the Assottica Conference has firmly established itself as one of the most attended global meetings on contact lenses. Dr. Fabrizio Zeri from COMIB presented a talk on ocular surface and tear film aging and the evolution of contact lens materials, co-presented with Prof. Stefano Barabino from the Ocular Surface Centre at Sacco Hospital, University of Milan.

Dr. Zeri also chaired a round table organized in collaboration with IACLE, which provided Italian contact lens students the opportunity to join a live-streamed discussion on contact lens education and clinical practice alongside three Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs): Prof. Lyndon Jones (Director of CORE at the University of Waterloo, Canada), Dr. Sarah Morgan (FAOO, FBCLA), and Dr. Alberto Recchioni (Researcher at University Hospitals Birmingham).

Additionally, Dr. Zeri and Dr. Byki Huntjens, both IACLE Directors, hosted an informal breakfast for Italian contact lens educators. This gathering offered an opportunity to discuss IACLE resources for students and future developments in contact lens education. The conversation began with recent changes in Italian education, including the launch of a new Postgraduate Degree in Optometry at the University of Milano-Bicocca, which has the potential to expand academic training in the field of contact lenses.

Admission call for the Master’s Degree in Optometry and Vision Science

The ADMISSION CALL for the Master’s Degree in OPTOMETRY AND VISION SCIENCE has been published here under the section “Admission and Enrolment” –  “CALL FOR ADMISSION 2024/2025 A.Y”.

It is recommended to carefully read the call.

Further information on the Master’s Degree course are reported on the e-learning page