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PostgraduateMSc

Clinical Optometry

Cardiff University
Cardiff, Wales
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1 yearDuration
£23,940Per Year (Intl)
£12,780Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Cardiff University, the MSc Clinical Optometry provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in health sciences. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This level 7 programme clinical optometry MSc has been designed to meet the continuing education and training needs of the modern eye care professional whilst at the same time achieving a higher degree. The aim of this programme is to provide optometrists with the opportunity to undertake a challenging and rewarding Masters in Clinical Optometry that focuses on their personal development as professionals leading, managing and developing ophthalmic practice roles and models of care delivery. The MSc Clinical Optometry is designed for optometrists in primary, secondary and tertiary setti... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
Glaucoma Management and Monitoring
Medical Retina and Systemic Disease
Paediatric Optometry and Vision Development
Acute Eye Care and Emergency Management
Clinical Leadership and Practice Management
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Dissertation in Clinical Optometry
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementIn order to be considered for an offer for this programme you will need to meet all of the entry requirements. Your application will not be progressed if the information and evidence listed is not provided. If you are registered with the GOC, with your online application you will need to provide: 1. Evidence of full GOC registration (UK students). If you are registered with the GOC, you must provide your GOC number in the Membership of Professional Bodies section of the application form.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic69

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£23,940

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£23,940

Home Student Fee

£12,780

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Cardiff University

Cardiff University offers Clinical Optometry as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#181QS World
#27UK Ranking
31,505+Students
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