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MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research

MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research

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Full time | Glasgow Caledonian University | 1 year | 23-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Ophthalmology

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Our MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research gives eye care professionals like you the academic knowledge and practical skills they need to contribute to groundbreaking medical advancements and effectively diagnose and treat a wide range of ocular conditions.

Whether you want to pursue further academic studies or take on new responsibilities as a primary caregiver – our programme gives you the clinical skills and research experience you need. Advance your career and have a meaningful influence on the future of the field.

A combination of core and elective modules and research opportunities – with a research project making up one-third of the programme – allows you to customise your studies based on your personal interests and professional requirements. This includes the option to select a specialisation leading to a named degree on completion of your dissertation:

  • MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research (General)
  • MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research (Diabetes)
  • MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research (Therapeutics)

Graduate prospects

Whether you choose a path in academia or clinical practice, your MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research will unlock new opportunities to advance and expand your career. The programme is ideal preparation for subsequent studies towards a PhD or other higher academic qualification. It also allows optometrists and other practitioners to advance their careers in primary eye care.

Modules

Advanced Clinical Investigation. Optional: Master-level skills for Vision Sciences (awaiting approval)
Research Project
Advanced Binocular Vision
Independent Prescribing.
Public Health. UK students only: Practical and Theoretical Prescribing
Health Economics
Chronic Complications of Diabetes
Advanced Research Methods for Vision Sciences (awaiting approval)
Clinical Ophthalmology
Ocular Therapeutics
Diabetes Care

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£7,300

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£16,200

Entry requirements

UK honours degree 2:2 (or equivalent) in optometry or another vision-related subject. Alternatively, UK General Optical Council (GOC) registration (MCOptom).