Optometry MSci
University of the West of England
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Master of Science - MSci

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Glenside Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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Master of Science - MSci

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Glenside Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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Optometry, Ophthalmics & Orthoptics
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An optometrist is a highly skilled health professional trained to provide specialist eye care services, including sight tests, eye examinations, and contact lens fitting. They work in hospitals, the community, and other related settings. There is a growing need for people who can provide these services, particularly as the NHS evolves. Studying this subject will set you on the right path towards a rewarding career as a health professional, with excellent employment and salary prospects open to ...Read more

An optometrist is a highly skilled health professional trained to provide specialist eye care services, including sight tests, eye examinations, and contact lens fitting. They work in hospitals, the community, and other related settings. There is a growing need for people who can provide these services, particularly as the NHS evolves. Studying this subject will set you on the right path towards a rewarding career as a health professional, with excellent employment and salary prospects open to well-trained graduates.

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WUSCA ranking:
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81/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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9th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
What students say
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Hanna
27 Jan 25

Best aspects are the amount of student support available and different resources. I really enjoy both campuses as they are clean and a great place to study. I love the bus system..Read more

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Naffie
27 Nov 24

I like my course Not many halal options for..Read more

Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

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UCAS Tariff:

136 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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T Level:

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Grades B and C from two of the following at A2: Mathematics, Use of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology, Applied Science or Psychology.

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30 Level 3 credits in at least 2 of the following subjects (15 credits in each): Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology and Psychology.

A minimum of H5 and an H6 in two relevant subjects. Subjects include Maths, Use of Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Psychology.

You must achieve two of the following: Maths, Use of Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology, Applied Science or Psychology.

You'll need a minimum of a Distinction and a Merit overall in an Applied Science Extended Diploma. Ten units would need to be from two of the following subjects: Mathematics, Use of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology, Applied Science or Psychology. You may be asked to do more based on the size of your units. Please list the units you are studying in your application. For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see our minimum entry requirements page.

You will have either a B or C in your Core Component in Science or Healthcare Science. Your T Level would be considered as meeting the equivalent of 1 Science A-Level meaning you would need to have further study to meet our full entry requirements.If you partially achieve your T Level, you can meet our subject requirements if you have at least an A in your Core Section. For further advice on acceptable subjects please email us.

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Hanna
27 Jan 25
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Best aspects are the amount of student support available and different resources. I really enjoy both campuses as they are clean and a great place to study. I love the bus system...
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Naffie
27 Nov 24
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I like my course Not many halal options for...
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University of the West of England
University of the West of England , Bristol

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