"... I don't really know what to think about the Melbourne Model following the US pathway. I kind of feel sorry for the future students who will have to go through a lengthier process. Part of it is just pure business I guess; more time at Uni, more money down the tube. Plus it attracts students from North America who see degrees with the same name as home.
I mean really, all you need is a B.Optom to practice in Aus/ NZ, so why would students go for the OD pathway at Melbourne if they only wanted to practice in Aus/NZ?"