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Master of Science - MSci
Glenside Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Master of Science - MSci
Glenside Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Select a an exam type
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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A levelA 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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