Course Summary

**Course overview** - Our BSc Ophthalmic Dispensing is a unique, two-year fast-track programme for those in the industry who want to gain qualifications while working. - The programme blends online delivery with week-long, on-campus blocks, embedding learning with clinical and practical skills. You can see how the knowledge from the programme can be applied in the real world within your workplace. - On successful completion of this programme, you may have the opportunity to transfer onto the Optometry programme if you meet the requirements to a satisfactory standard. **Why study with us** - A fast-track format means you start your pre-registration in your last year and you could be a registered dispensing optician within two years of starting the course. - You’ll have access to our brand new purpose-built vision sciences facilities including specialist dispensing and refraction labs. - You will have the opportunity to learn within our on campus Eye Health Clinic, equivalent to a high street practice and open to members of the public.

Course Details - Modules

Module OP1001 - Level 4 120 Credits An Introduction to Ophthalmic Dispensing & Optometric Practice Module OP2001 - Level 5 120 Credits Further Ophthalmic Dispensing & Contact Lenses Module OP3001 - Level 6 120 Credits Advanced Ophthalmic Dispensing & Ocular Abnormalities

Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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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: B590

Institution code: C30

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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


Must be employed within an optical practice and have a suitable mentor. GCSE English, Science and Mathematics plus two others at a minimum grade C or grade 4 (standard pass) equivalent + 1 year optical work experience. Or Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Optical Retail Skills + 1 year optical work experience + 5 GCSEs as above Or SMCTech qualification + 5 GCSEs as above

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

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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
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate

Provider information

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Preston
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