Program Overview

The Master of Optometry (MOptom) program at Cardiff University is a four-year full-time program that equips students with the scientific and clinical knowledge and skills needed to register as an optometrist with the General Optical Council (GOC). The program offers a modern integrated curriculum, combining scientific theory with real-life clinical eye care practice, and emphasizes early clinical exposure, evidence-based practice, and a focus on developing autonomous and responsible optometrists. Graduates are eligible to register with the GOC and practice as optometrists in the UK, with diverse career options available.