Program Overview

Course Overview

The Healthcare Science (Ophthalmic Imaging) course is accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science. This course provides students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical experiences necessary to pursue a rewarding career in ophthalmic healthcare services.

Study Style

This course is predominantly delivered as a distance learning programme with periodic face-to-face teaching scheduled throughout the year. This model allows students the flexibility to plan their learning around their lifestyle and ensures 24/7 access to online teaching materials.

Entry Requirements

• Typical Offers: 112 UCAS tariff points, BBC at A levels with one subject preferably in a science, DMM at BTEC to include 6 units in a Science or Social Science subject, or a Pass (C or above) in your T-Level in a science or health-related subject.
• Additional Requirements: English Language and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required.
• English Language Requirements: If English is not the first language, a language test certificate is required as evidence of proficiency. This needs to be at Academic IELTS at 7.0 with no element below 6.5 in all sections of the test.
• Mature Students: We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants, although some entry requirements may still apply for Professionally Accredited Courses. We accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas and make offers on an individual basis.
• DBS and Health Check Required: In order to study this course, offer holders will need to complete a satisfactory DBS and Health Clearance check.

Course Modules

Level 4 (Undergraduate Year 1)

• Workbased Learning 1 (HP4001)
• Clinical and Professional Practice 1 (HP4002)
• Scientific and Technical Practice 1 (HP4003)
• Human Anatomy and Physiology (HP4004)
• Healthcare Science in Context (HP4005)
• Cell and Molecular Biology (HP4006)
• Introduction to Ophthalmic Imaging (HP4007)
• Acquisition Optical Coherence Tomography Scans (HP4008)

Level 5 (Undergraduate Year 2)

• Workbased Learning 2 (HP5001)
• Clinical and Professional Practice 2 (HP5002)
• Scientific and Technical Practice 2 (HP5003)
• Ophthalmic Imaging and Measurement (HP5004)
• Anterior Segment (HP5005)
• Interpreting and Analysing Data in Ophthalmic Science (HP5006)

Level 6 (Undergraduate Final Year)

• Workbased Learning 3 (HP6001)
• Clinical and Professional Practice 3 (HP6002)
• Scientific and Technical Practice 3 - Research Project (HP6003)
• Complex Diagnostic Testing (HP6004)
• Ophthalmic Angiography (HP6005)
• Advanced Ophthalmic Investigations (HP6006)

Fees and Costs

• Start Date: Sep 2025
• Location: Oxstalls, Gloucester
• UCAS Code: B121
• Fee (UK): £9,535
• Fee (International): £17,425

Careers

Graduates from this course can go on to work as ophthalmic imagers within the NHS or in private sector organisations.

Teaching Staff

• Academic Course Leader: Tracy Longden-Thurgood

Entrepreneurship

We are the first and only University to offer a BSc (Hons) in Healthcare Science for Ophthalmic Imaging.

Specialist Campus and Facilities

We have recently remodelled our clinical skills laboratory space, fitted with modern, state-of-the-art healthcare science equipment. We are also in the process of building a brand new city-based campus to host our Health and Social Care courses.

Expert Lecturers and Healthcare Professionals

We employ a diverse group of professionals who have lifelong experience working in the NHS and private sectors who contribute to the quality of our teaching materials.

School of Health and Social Care

Help to shape our culture of care and make a difference to people’s lives. We will support you in becoming healthcare professionals of the future.

Placements

Over the three-year course, you will spend a minimum of 50 weeks in a clinical setting. The practical experience you gain working in a clinical setting will build your confidence and competence as a healthcare science professional.