This one year full-time Introduction to Optometry programme provides an introduction to clinical and professional optometric practice as well as a thorough education in the core subjects required to study BSc Optometry. It provides students with an alternative entry route onto the BSc Optometry course at City, University of London. This course has been designed for students with an ambition to study optometry at BSc level, who have a passion for science and will enjoy a future working with the public and colleagues across the healthcare sector. Students develop a basic knowledge of the optics of vision and learn about anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and pathology of tissues and organs of the body related to occular disease. The course provides students with the quantitative analytical skills required to deal with applied optical calculations, as well as training in experimental method and analysis and scientific report writing. Principles of some optometric instruments and techniques are also introduced. Our Division of Optometry and Visual Sciences has an internationally excellent reputation within the optometric profession. The course curriculum is informed by our world leading research which is at the cutting edge of advances in the sector and the programme is taught by academics who are leaders in their field. Career prospects for City's Radiography graduates are excellent. Many of our students go on to work in leading hospitals in London and throughout the UK and there is also a possibility to practice internationally. 95% of our graduates are in employment or further study 15 months after completing the course (Discover Uni).

Core modules on the Introduction to Optometry programme include - Introductory Biological Sciences - Optometric Physics - Quantitative Methods - Introduction to Personal and Professional Development - Introduction to Clinical Skills. In ‘Introductory Biological Sciences’ students learn about the anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and pathology of tissues and organs of the body related to ocular disease. During ‘Optometric Physics’ basic knowledge of the optics of vision are developed. In ‘Quantitative Methods’ students are provided with the quantitative analytical skills required to deal with applied optical calculations, as well as training in experimental method and analysis and scientific report writing. In ‘The Introduction to Clinical Skills’ module we introduce students to the principles of some optometric instruments and techniques.

Assessment on the Introduction to Optometry programme is through a variety of methods which include: Closed book summative examinations, laboratory/clinic based coursework, practical examinations (including formative assessments), MCQ and short answer formative tests, and assessment of reports. Theory examinations are utilised to ensure the core biological, mathematical and physics concepts are understood and allow demonstratation of scientific knowledge. Practical assessment allows students to demonstrate ability to assess vision and visual acuity and also basic investigative techniques and the knowledge of the basic anatomy of the external eye. Coursework assessment permits students to spend time on compiling work, reflecting on the application of their studies and putting knowledge into context.

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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.

Course code: B513

Institution code: C60

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

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International qualifications are considered on an individual basis IELTS 7.0 overall to include 7.0 in each of Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.

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Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	7.0	to include at least 7.0 in each of listening, reading, writing and speaking

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Student satisfaction : 74%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 85%

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
EU	15920.0	Year 1
International	15920.0	Year 1

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