Aston School of Optometry was one of the first providers to start offering an updated optometry programme, in September 2023, to fit the new requirements of the General Optical Council. Our Master of Optometry (MOptom) is studied over four years, with clinical experience integrated throughout the programme from year one. In the final stage, all students complete a 44-week period of external Clinical Learning in Practice (CLiP) delivered in collaboration with the College of Optometrists.
Optometrists are professional clinicians responsible for multiple aspects of vision car...
Aston School of Optometry was one of the first providers to start offering an updated optometry programme, in September 2023, to fit the new requirements of the General Optical Council. Our Master of Optometry (MOptom) is studied over four years, with clinical experience integrated throughout the programme from year one. In the final stage, all students complete a 44-week period of external Clinical Learning in Practice (CLiP) delivered in collaboration with the College of Optometrists. <br/><br/>Optometrists are professional clinicians responsible for multiple aspects of vision care, specialising in preserving sight by diagnosing and treating visual problems. They are trained to examine the eyes and detect disorders originating in the eye, brain or other parts of the body. Studying Optometry at Aston will give you the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and clinical experience needed to prepare you for a rewarding career in this exciting field of healthcare.<br/>You’ll experience a wide range of learning methods and opportunities like:<br/><br/><br/>- Supervised hands-on clinical experience working with patients at the Aston Eye Clinic, based on our vibrant city centre campus.<br/><br/><br/>- Virtual reality training simulators to help you develop your skills and expertise.<br/><br/><br/>- Clinical experience in multiple external settings such as specialist clinics, local hospital eye departments and community practices. Patient-facing clinical experience begins in year 1 of the programme.<br/><br/><br/>- Interprofessional learning with students from a range of health professions. <br/><br/><br/>**Key course benefits:** <br/><br/><br/>- Ranked 2nd in the UK for Health Professions (MOptom)(Guardian University Guide, 2023). <br/><br/><br/>- Aston is ranked in the Top 5 in the UK for Optometry, Ophthalmics & Orthoptics (Complete University Guide 2023). <br/><br/><br/>- Within the School of Optometry, we conduct world-leading research in a wide range of areas relating to optometry and eye health. Top 10 in the UK for research quality (Optometry, Opthalmics & Orthoptics (Complete University Guide 2023). <br/><br/><br/>- 4th in the UK for student satisfaction (Optometry, Opthalmics & Orthoptics (Complete University Guide 2023).<br/><br/><br/>**Please note we do not offer a Foundation Programme, if you select Year 0 on your application form this will be amended to Year 1 at the admissions review stage.**
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Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
16/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
B512
Institution Code
A80
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelA,A,A A,A,B AAA in three A Levels including two science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics AAB in three A Levels including two science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics, for Contextual Offer students* (https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready) AAB in three A Levels in three science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. ABB in three A Levels including two science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics, for Contextual Offer students* (https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready). Excluded Subjects: We welcome the following subjects as an additional A level, but not as one of the core three A Levels - General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies. Resits: We welcome applications from students who have tried to improve their examination grades by taking a maximum of one set of resits. We treat these applications in exactly the same way as other applications. However, if you have had more than one attempt at improving your grades, your application will be considered on an individual basis and we reserve to make an amended (higher) offer, or not make an offer. UCAS TariffAccess to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 2 Science Subjects: 32 points overall, three Higher Level subjects at 6 6 6, must include 2 science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in English Language and grade 6 in Maths. Or 32 points overall, three Higher Level subjects at 6 5 5 must include 2 science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in English Language and grade 6 in Maths for contextual offer students.* 3 Science Subjects: 32 points overall, three Higher Level subjects at 6 6 5 must include 3 science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in English Language and grade 6 in Maths. Or 32 points overall, three Higher Level subjects at 6 5 5 must include 3 science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in English Language and grade 6 in Maths for contextual offer students.* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD With this BTEC you must achieve grades BB in two A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. If you are taking the BTEC in Applied Science subject, you must also achieve grade B in one A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. GCSE/National 4/National 5Five GCSEs required as follows: B/5 Mathematics C/4 English Language plus three GCSEs at grade C/4. Please note we do not accept Key Skills or Functional Skills in place of these. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD With this BTEC you must achieve grades BB in two A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. If you are taking the BTEC in Applied Science subject, you must also achieve grade B in one A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D With this BTEC you must achieve grades BB in two A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D With this BTEC you must achieve grades BB in two A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. T Level |
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