Program Overview

MSci Optometry

Overview

The MSci Optometry course is a four-year program that prepares students for a career in optometry. The course is regulated by the General Optical Council (GOC) and holds full approval from the GOC.

Entry Requirements

• Typical A-level offer: AAA-AAB including specific subjects
• Typical contextual A-level offer: AAB-ABB including specific subjects
• Refugee/care-experienced offer: ABB-BBB including specific subjects
• Typical International Baccalaureate offer: 35 points overall with 6,6,5 at HL, including specific requirements

Course Details

• Duration: 4 years
• Year of entry: 2025
• UCAS course code: B511 / Institution code: M20

Fees and Funding

• Information on fees and funding can be found on the University's website.

Application and Selection

• Applications are made through UCAS.
• The University uses a holistic approach to selection, considering all aspects of the application.

Careers

• The MSci Optometry course prepares students for a career in optometry.
• Graduates can work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and private practice.

Regulated by the Office for Students

• The University of Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS).
• The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance, get high-quality education that prepares them for the future, and by protecting their interests.

School/Faculty Overview

• The Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health is a leading center for teaching and research in the life sciences.

Courses in Related Subject Areas

• Optometry and Ophthalmology

Compare this Course

• 61% of students say staff value students' views and opinions about the course.
• 83% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well.
• 90% of students are in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.

Data for Courses in Ophthalmics at University of Manchester

• Information on course data can be found on the Discover Uni website.