Orthoptics (pre-registration) MSc

University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom, London

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University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

London

Old Street

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines 23-Jan-2023

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 28,100 / year

Apply Date 23-Jan-2023

Orthoptics (pre-registration) MSc

About

About this degree

In Year One, you will learn about the visual system, optics, and foundation and complex Orthoptics, paediatric ophthalmology and neuro-ophthalmology.

In Year Two modules will cover research methods and statistics, broader ophthalmology, sale and supply of medicinal products (specific to Orthoptics) and clinical placements. You will enhance your research skills through a library-based research project on a topic related to orthoptic/ophthalmic practice.

You will be paired with a clinical or clinical academic mentor so you can discuss what you are learning and experiencing in your clinical placement with an expert working in the field.

Who this course is for

The UCL Orthoptics MSc (pre-registration) is the UK's first dedicated accredited graduate entry programme that provides an accelerated route becoming an accredited orthoptist in the UK. It provides you with the theoretical knowledge and clinical training that underpins professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Successful completion of this programme will allow you to qualify and practice as an accredited orthoptist. You will be able to work both in private and public healthcare settings (such as in the NHS).

If you are passionate about pursuing a career in the healthcare sector and want to train to become an allied health professional, the Orthoptics MSc programme may be a great option for you.

Read about what it takes to study for a Master's at UCL

What this course will give you

The two-year, full-time Orthoptics (pre-registration) MSc programme provides a fast-track route to theoretical knowledge and clinical training underpinning professional registration and practice as an autonomous Orthoptist with approval by the Health and Care Professions Council.

You will, through blended learning opportunities, learn core research methods and statistics, and extended clinical knowledge of complex ophthalmic and neuro-ophthalmic conditions. The programme also provides 1,000 hours of supervised placement activity so that you will graduate from this programme clinically experienced.

You will learn how to apply the latest and most updated practices and technology to address eye conditions through instructions with Moorfields Eye Hospital staff.

Our longstanding partnership with Moorfields Eye Hospital represents the largest co-located site for eye research, education and care in the world. The Institute of Ophthalmology is also ranked the best place in the world to study ophthalmology (CWUR Rankings by Subject 2017).

Read about what you'll get out of a graduate programme

Orthoptists are experts in the diagnosis and management of developmental eye conditions, defects in eye movement and binocular vision. On this programme, you will learn about paediatric ophthalmology, strabismus (ocular misalignment), ocular motility disorders and other eye and vision health issues and diseases that are dealt with by Orthoptists.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A minimum of a second-class Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Relevant subject areas include: biological sciences, chemistry, nursing and psychology. Courses undertaken at institutions other than UCL will be assessed for accreditation of prior learning (APL) on a case by case basis and an interview and/or candidates may be required to write a piece of work to support the APL application.

English Program Requirements

The English language level for this programme is: Level 2

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level.

Further information can be found on our English language requirements page.

Career

This programme is designed to equip students with the requisite knowledge and skill to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as an Orthoptist. Graduates will likely undertake a career in Orthoptics, and will be primed to undertake extended clinical roles and/or pursue further training to undertake a clinical academic career. Many students go on to work in the NHS.