MSc Ophthalmology Advanced Clinical Practice (Paediatrics)

The 'Ophthalmology in Advanced Clinical Practice – Paediatrics MMEDSCI' is a master's degree program offered by the University of Sheffield. This course is perfect for those working in primary care or ophthalmology and will provide students with a comprehensive study of paediatric ophthalmology. Course Content: The core studies involve working in primary care or in ophthalmology which will provide comprehensive paediatric ophthalmology training to students. Modules will also be related to the study of strabismus and amblyopia, paediatric cataracts, paediatric glaucoma, and refractive errors as well as ocular manifestations of systemic disease in children, the effects of systemic medications on children’s eyes and the visual importance of genetic syndrome.Key Modules: Modules in this course include Paediatric Cataracts, Paediatric Glaucoma, Ocular Manifestations of Systemic Disease in Children, Effects of Systemic Medications on Children’s Eyes and the Visual Importance of Genetic Syndrome. Assessment is through MCQ exams and a dissertation.Accreditations: This course is approved by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.Future Careers: This course will equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to improve their practice in ophthalmology. It is suitable for optometrists and other eye healthcare professionals wishing to specialize in children's vision and eye care, and also for trainee ophthalmologists wishing to acquire specialist expertise. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.