* deposit
A score of 6.5 IELTS (with 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent qualification.
This level 7 programme clinical optometry MSc has been designed to meet the continuing education and training needs of the modern eye care professional whilst at the same time achieving a higher degree.
The aim of this programme is to provide optometrists with the opportunity to undertake a challenging and rewarding Masters in Clinical Optometry that focuses on their personal development as professionals leading, managing and developing ophthalmic practice roles and models of care delivery.
The MSc Clinical Optometry is designed for optometrists in primary, secondary and tertiary settings who wish to advance their knowledge base, and specialist clinical and leadership skills. You will become actively involved in the advancement of optometry.
The MSc is a 180 credit Level 7 qualification. It has been designed to meet the continuing education and training needs of the modern eye care professional providing advanced knowledge and facilitating understanding in this rapidly expanding field of healthcare, whilst at the same time achieving a higher degree.
A deliberately wide portfolio of modules is offered in order to recognise the increasing desire for specialist training within optometry, including glaucoma, acute eye care, paediatrics, dry eye, medical retina, clinical teaching and leadership, amongst others. Specific programme pathways are suggested for those wishing to focus on certain areas of practice.
Successful students on this programme will have an advanced standing both clinically and academically, taking them to the forefront of the profession, and enhancing their personal and professional development.
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Core modules
Research Project
Study and Research Skills for Eye Care Professionals
Optional modules
Low Vision 1: Theory
Low Vision 1: Theory
Low Vision 2: Practical
Acute Eye Care in Optometry 1
Acute Eye Care in Optometry 2
Paediatric Optometry
Glaucoma Foundation
Glaucoma 1
Glaucoma 1
Management of Tear Film Disorders
Primary Eye Care Update: Theory
Primary Eye Care Update: Theory
Primary Eye Care Update: Practical
Leadership Skills for Optical Professionals
Medical Retina
Medical Retina
Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Anterior Segment: Clinical Examination and Management
Study and Research Skills for Eye Care Professionals 2
Study and Research Skills for Eye Care Professionals 2
Clinical Teaching, Education and Assessment
Paediatric Eye Care 2: Practice
Ocular Therapeutics for Minor Eye Conditions
Contact Lenses 1
Contact Lenses 1
This course will enable optometrists to advance their career. In addition, depending on which modules are chosen, it may act as assurance that practitioners are competent to work in specialist clinics as outlined in the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and College of Optometrists joint Competency Framework for Allied Health Professionals. For example the Medical Retina and Glaucoma module aligns with the Medical Retina and Glaucoma Competency Frameworks respectively.
Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year
