Program Overview

MSc Advanced Clinical Optometric Practice

Overview

The MSc Advanced Clinical Optometric Practice is a postgraduate program designed for General Optical Council (GOC) registered optometrists. The program offers specialist teaching, tailored course units, and a blend of online and face-to-face learning.

Entry Requirements

• You must be a General Optical Council (GOC) registered optometrist with a minimum 2:2 degree in optometry.
• If you are not registered with the GOC, you may consider the MSc in Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Science as an alternative.

Application and Selection

• To apply, complete and submit the online application form.
• For information and guidance, see: How to apply.

Course Details

• Duration: MSc 1 yr FT, PGDip 1yr FT, PGCert 6m FT. 2-5yr PT
• Number of places/applicants: 20
• Course options:
  • Full-time: MSc, PGDip, PGCert
  • Part-time: MSc, PGDip
  • Full-time distance learning: Not available
  • Part-time distance learning: Not available

Course Overview

• Specialist teaching for GOC registered optometrists
• Take tailored course units developed to help you progress your career in optometry
• Develop your clinical, problem-solving, and collaborative working skills
• Benefit from a blend of online and face-to-face learning
• Take Professional Certificate units accredited by the College of Optometrists
• Choose from full or part-time study and learn at your own pace around other commitments
• Self-funded and government-funded international students can combine this master's course with a three-year PhD research programme as part of our Integrated PhD programme

Fees

• For entry in the academic year beginning September 2025, the tuition fees are as follows:
  • MSc (full-time):
    • UK students (per annum): £15,000
    • International, including EU, students (per annum): no OS fees
  • MSc (part-time):
    • UK students (per annum): £7,500
    • International, including EU, students (per annum): no OS fees

Scholarships/Sponsorships

• For the latest scholarship and bursary information, please visit the fees and funding page.

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