Optometry / Ophthalmic Science MSc
Aston University, Birmingham
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The flexible Aston University Optometry / Ophthalmic Science MSc will equip you with up-to date knowledge of clinical techniques, advanced instrumentation, ocular abnormality and the latest innovations relevant to your discipline, while you continue to work full-time in professional practice.Learning and teachingAs a part-time distance learning student, your lectures will be delivered online using Blackboard, our virtual learning environment. The lectures, which are available whenever you chose ...Read more

The flexible Aston University Optometry / Ophthalmic Science MSc will equip you with up-to date knowledge of clinical techniques, advanced instrumentation, ocular abnormality and the latest innovations relevant to your discipline, while you continue to work full-time in professional practice.Learning and teachingAs a part-time distance learning student, your lectures will be delivered online using Blackboard, our virtual learning environment. The lectures, which are available whenever you chose to view them to ensure maximum flexibility, are accompanied by short formative tests throughout the module. Each module includes a substantial piece of coursework, e.g. a scientific literature review or portfolio of case records.Career prospectsThis course has been designed for those already in professional practice who want to advance their skills and gain a deeper understanding of their area of speciality, or develop knowledge in new areas.Like the flexibility of this course, the career progression opportunities it provides is highly personal. Many students choose to undertake this qualification to progress within their selected specialist career path, others to branch out into new specialisms. Some students also choose to continue onto the Doctor of Optometry DOptom / Doctor of Ophthalmic Science DOphSc where they will complete an advanced research project.

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63/279
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21 Nov 25

Best part is the support that’s available and how easy it is to access. It could be improved my having more refurbishments and more facilities eg, more newer laptops to borrow..Read more

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Khadijah
25 Feb 25

Best aspect is the location and wide range of facilities. Worst aspect is the lack of resources provided...Read more

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Entry requirements

Minimum upper 2nd class (2:1) honours degree in an ophthalmic or biomedical field from a UK university or the recognised equivalent from an overseas university. More information on international degree requirements can be found on our Aston in your country webpage. Other qualifications (such as Fellowship of the British Dispensing Opticians) will be considered individually, on merit.

Must have spent at least two years in clinical practice before entering the course.

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£12,600 per year

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£12,600 per year

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£12,600 per year

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SR
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21 Nov 25
Best part is the support that’s available and how easy it is to access. It could be improved my having more refurbishments and more facilities eg, more newer laptops to borrow...
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Khadijah
25 Feb 25
Best aspect is the location and wide range of facilities. Worst aspect is the lack of resources provided....
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Aston University, Birmingham
Aston Street Birmingham B4 7ET United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Birmingham Moor Street  0.3 miles away
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