Optometry - MOptom

Program Overview

This Optometry program prepares students for a career as a registered optometrist in various settings, including private practice, hospitals, and international optical companies. It also offers opportunities for postgraduate research and a potential pathway to transfer to Medicine after the first year. Students who excel in their first year may qualify for an Alumni Scholarship.

Program Outline

Careers:

As a registered optometrist, you could go on to work in your own practice, a hospital, or an international optical company. You could also take the first step towards becoming an academic or a researcher with our postgraduate research degree. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get a discount on your fees. For students who complete their first year of MOptom Optometry to an exceptional high standard, there may be the opportunity to transfer to Year 1 of MBChB Medicine. We encourage your interest in studying medicine, but it should be noted that this is a highly competitive route and there is limited availability.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year):

£9,250

International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year):

£16,700

Additional course costs:

• General Optical Council (GOC) registration fee: £30 per year for students
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: fee not specified
• Laboratory coat: £15
• Hospital experience travel expenses: approximately £100
• Recommended equipment for professional career:
• Retinoscope and ophthalmoscope: approximately £1,500
• Pre-corneal 90D lens: £400
• Frame ruler: £20
• Pen torch: £10
• Occluder: £15
• Budgie stick: £10

Living at university:

• Estimated living costs: £7,000–£9,000 per year (may be lower if living at home)

Payment options:

• Upfront payment in full
• Payment in two installments
• Deposit of £4,000 or sponsorship letter required for international students