PhD (School of Optometry and Vision Science)
University of Bradford
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Optometry, Ophthalmics & Orthoptics
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The PhD at the Bradford School of Optometry and Vision Science encompasses multidisciplinary research using a variety of techniques in the following areas: • Basic visual processing and perception • Visual development and myopia • Ocular imaging • Age-related eye disease • Clinical optometry including service delivery/evaluation, contact lenses and refraction • Vision-related effects on quality of life and daily activities Research in the School is commonly carried out in collaboration with ...Read more

The PhD at the Bradford School of Optometry and Vision Science encompasses multidisciplinary research using a variety of techniques in the following areas:
• Basic visual processing and perception
• Visual development and myopia
• Ocular imaging
• Age-related eye disease
• Clinical optometry including service delivery/evaluation, contact lenses and refraction
• Vision-related effects on quality of life and daily activities Research in the School is commonly carried out in collaboration with external organisations in industry and the NHS, as well as the Digital Health Enterprise Zone and Wolfson Centre for Applied Health Research. We welcome applications for postgraduate research degrees all year round, including applications to study full or part-time. We will consider alternative starting dates when the timing doesn't fit with our two enrolment intake dates: October and February.

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81/279
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3rd
CUG Ranking
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107th
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Laiba
11 Feb 25

Best aspect is the new facilities provided and more seating areas aswell as the student life and events organised. Worst aspect is the lack of scholarships and bursaries compared..Read more

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Asifa
11 Feb 25

Great..Read more

Entry requirements

Faculty research is very important and recruitment of high-quality postgraduate research students is a key part of the Faculty of Life Sciences strategic plan. Typical applicants would hold a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree or postgraduate qualification in optometry, psychology, orthoptics, medicine, statistics, or another related discipline. Selection of PGR students will be subject to successful interview (either in person or by video or conference call) by the supervisory team and one independent member of academic staff with significant PGR supervisory experience.

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£5,006 per year

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£25,389 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

There may be an additional bench fee of £5,000 or £10,000 dependant on the research project. This will be determined by the Faculty at the point of application.

£25,389 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

There may be an additional bench fee of £5,000 or £10,000 dependant on the research project. This will be determined by the Faculty at the point of application.

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Laiba
11 Feb 25
Best aspect is the new facilities provided and more seating areas aswell as the student life and events organised. Worst aspect is the lack of scholarships and bursaries compared...
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Asifa
11 Feb 25
Great...
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University of Bradford
Richmond Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD7 1DP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Frizinghall  1.2 miles away
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