Advanced Clinical Practice in Ocular Health,MSc

What we will provide
First-class teaching delivered by a diverse array of staff with years of close industry collaboration that is harnessed to provide you with learning based on real-world needs. Our teaching aims to inspire and excite you and bring your course to life.

What you will provide
It is important you learn how to adapt a growth mindset to your studies - understanding that intelligence and success comes from applying yourself. You must be able to demonstrate critical thinking and have ambition and drive to excel.

What skills we teach
Diagnose, investigate, assess, and manage complex clinical presentations in key ophthalmic care areas, such as cataracts, medical retina, acute and emergency ophthalmology, and glaucoma. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, the course enables you to provide advanced clinical care, promoting patient-centred approaches and instilling a critical understanding of clinical practice.

Career prospects
At present, there is a significant drive to develop optometrists, nurses and orthoptists in several ophthalmology extended roles across the UK in primary and secondary care. This is in response to an increasing ageing population, pre and post-COVID ophthalmology patient backlogs and a chronic shortage of junior doctor training places to meet the current demand.

The MSc Advanced Practice in Ocular Health programme aligns with frameworks recognised by the National Health Service, as well as The Royal College of Ophthalmologists, The College of Optometrists, The British and Irish Orthoptics Society and the Royal College of Nursing. Not only will it equip students with appropriate and up-to-date clinical knowledge, but it will allow them to also develop valuable healthcare-focused skills in leadership, management, research and education. The programme will fully prepare students to develop into roles in Advanced Clinical Practice to meet the current, significant demand.