This is a three year, full-time course. The first year gives you the scientific background you need to understand the normal eye, together with an introduction to optics and binocular vision. The second and third years develop this understanding and explore ocular abnormalities and disease.
You'll also study topics related to the profession, such as medical ethics, interpersonal skills and the organisation and structure of the NHS. In the third year, you'll carry out your own research project on a topic of your choice.
The course includes 33 weeks on placement. You'll work in orthoptic departments across the UK, Ireland and Gibraltar. This gives you the comprehensive clinical experience to build on communication skills and develop the practical skills needed to start your career. The final year includes a two-week clinical placement in an orthoptic clinic of your choice.
Graduates go on to work in these kinds of environments, alongside other professionals such as ophthalmologists, paediatricians and neurologists. The degree is recognised worldwide.
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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:
B520
Institution code:
S18
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
including one of Biology/Human Biology, Math, Chemistry or Physics
+ B at Advanced Higher in either Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics
Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject: 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3, including 24 credits at Distinction and 21 credits at Merit
in Applied Science + B in A Level Biology/Human Biology, Maths, Chemistry or Physics
in a relevant EPQ + grades BBC including one of Biology/Human Biology, Maths, Chemistry or Physics
including 5 in Higher Level Biology, Maths, Chemistry or Physics plus an interview
in Applied Science
including one of Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics
plus grades BB at A Level including one of Biology, Maths, Chemistry or Physics plus an interview
To find out if you're eligible for additional consideration or an alternative offer, visit: www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/access-sheffield
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
72%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
50%
Go onto work and study:
75%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
25670.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
The annual fee for your course includes a number of items in addition to your tuition. If an item or activity is classed as a compulsory element for your course, it will normally be included in your tuition fee. There are also other costs which you may need to consider.
For further information, please see https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-funding/fees-costs
Provider information
Western Bank
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Sheffield
S10 2TN
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