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PgC Small Animal Ophthalmology

Different course options

Study mode

Part time

Duration

2 years

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

Postgraduate Certificate

Subject areas

Ophthalmology

Course Summary

This comprehensive and stimulating programme is designed to be practically relevant for the small animal practitioner. The course will provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the anatomy, development and physiology of the eye and will cover the full spectrum of ocular diseases seen in the domestic species. The principles of inherited ocular disease, ocular pharmacology and therapeutics, ocular pathology and ocular surgery will be discussed.Tackle all cases with a new online approach to veterinary ophthalmologyTo provide the best ophthalmic care to your patients, you must be confident in performing a comprehensive ocular examination and interpreting your clinical findings, even the ones that often go unnoticed. The Small Animal Ophthalmology Online Programme will help you uncover all the secrets behind your patients’ eyes by providing you with comprehensive knowledge authored by specialists in a practical and image-based approach. How does it work?This 100% online CPD programme is built around 14 modules. Each includes introductory and summary videos from the specialist author, nine interactive lessons, two case studies, further reading resources and an online forum to discuss cases with your colleagues and an ophthalmology specialist. Content covers embryology, anatomy and physiology of the eye, ocular pharmacology and therapeutics and the full spectrum of ocular diseases seen in domestic species. At the end of the programme, you can also choose to attend three additional practical attendance modules, which will cover different diagnostic techniques and ophthalmic surgical procedures. For those completing the full Ophthalmology Programme, you can purchase these modules at an exclusive price.

Modules

Key learning objectives: Understand basic ophthalmic embryology and post natal ocular development; Describe comprehensively the anatomy of the eye; Extend your understanding of ocular physiology including the tear film, aqueous production, lens metabolism and retinal physiology; Appreciate the normal and pathological appearance of histological samples including the significance of abnormalities detected; Understand basic ocular immunology.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£2,010

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£3,938

Entry requirements

Initial registration for the Optional Practical Attendance Modules is open on a first come first serve basis to delegates booking onto the Ophthalmology Online Learning Programme. Any bookings made thereafter will be subject to review and acceptance. Improve International have the right to refuse a booking if it does not meet the entry requirements stated above. Please contact us for further information.