Course Summary

This is a one year full time course to be delivered by City and Islington College, supporting progression to the University of Hertfordshire’s MOptom, subject to fulfilling certain requirements. It will be 120 credits over two semesters to enable students who may not satisfy the standard entry requirements or prefer a more dedicated subject specific route. The course provides a thorough grounding specific to the professions of optometry and ophthalmic dispensing. This will comprise of human biology, mathematics, problem solving skills, professional conduct and evidence practice. Additionally further modules will include an introduction to the theory and practice of subjects and skills relating to optometry and ophthalmic dispensing including visual optics, optics and ophthalmic lenses. The Initial Year Science Optometry is studied at City and Islington College. On successful completion, applicants can go on to study for a further 4 years at the University of Hertfordshire to achieve a Master of Optometry (MOptom). The MOptom is awarded by the University of Hertfordshire.

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: B511

Institution code: H36

Campus Name: City and Islington College

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

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International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

To include 2 A Levels from science subjects i.e. Biology, Human Biology, Maths, Physics or Chemistry. A minimum of Grade C must be obtained in either Biology or Maths. A-Levels in General Studies and the Extended Project are excluded.

Access to HE Diploma in Science, Medicine or Allied Health to include 60 credits overall (must include Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics) with 45 at Level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction (to include Biology or Maths) and the remaining 15 at merit. 15 credits must be in Biology and 15 credits in maths.

BTEC Extended Diploma with a science profile (not including Early Years or Health & Social Care, must be science based subject to include Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology, Applied Science) in addition to an A-level in either Maths or Biology at grade C or above.

2022 entry requirements are under review and will be updated when applications open in September. The requirements listed above are for 2021 entry.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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IELTS (Academic) 7.0 IELTS score of 7.0 with 7.0 in each band is required for those for whom English is not their first language.
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Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1

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Provider information

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