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MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
SEP
2 Years
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MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
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UCL (University College London)
Full Time
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MSc - Master of Science
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
SEP
2 Years
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Orthoptists are experts in the diagnosis and management of developmental eye conditions, defects in eye movement and binocular vision. On this programme, you will learn about paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus (ocular misalignment), ocular motility disorders and other eye and vision health issues and diseases that are dealt with by Orthoptists. In Year One, you will learn about the visual system, optics, and foundation and complex Orthoptics, paediatric ophthalmology and neuro-ophthalmology.In Year Two modules will cover research methods and statistics, broader ophthalmology, sale and supply of medicinal products (specific to Orthoptics) and clinical placements. You will enhance your research skills through a library-based research project on a topic related to orthoptic/ophthalmic practice.
A minimum of a second-class Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Relevant subject areas include: biological sciences, chemistry, nursing and psychology. Courses undertaken at institutions other than UCL will be assessed for accreditation of prior learning (APL) on a case by case basis and an interview and/or candidates may be required to write a piece of work to support the APL application.
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£16,000 per year
Students from Domestic
Postgraduate student in UCL self-catered halls (Rent) - 347 per week
£29,800 per year
Students from EU
Postgraduate student in UCL self-catered halls (Rent) - 347 per week
£29,800 per year
Students from International
Postgraduate student in UCL self-catered halls (Rent) - 347 per week
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