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De Montfort University · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateMaster of Optometry – MOptom with HonoursUCAS: B512
Optometry
De Montfort UniversityLeicester, England
4 yearsDuration
£17,300Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the Master Optometry at De Montfort University. Based in Leicester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Train to become a qualified optometrist with DMU’s Master of Optometry (MOptom) - combining science, clinical practice, and professional experience to prepare you for GOC registration and a rewarding healthcare career. Optometry is an exciting and fast-evolving healthcare profession that combines clinical expertise with cutting-edge technology to protect and improve ocular health. DMU’s brand new integrated Master of Optometry (MOptom) prepares you for registration with the General Optical Council (GOC) and a successful career as a practicing optometrist This four-year, full-time degree bl... International tuition fees are £17,300 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Ocular Anatomy and Physiology
Visual Optics and Refraction
Contact Lenses and Dispensing
Clinical Examination and Assessment
Ocular Disease and Pathology
Pharmacology and Therapeutics in Optometry
Professional Practice and Ethics
Clinical Learning in Practice
UCAS Code:B512
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB Including two A levels in science subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths) at grade B or above |
| UCAS Points | 128 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,300
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£69,200
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — De Montfort University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £28,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £20,500 | £26,500 | £33,000 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £30,500 | £38,500 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ 10% above UK average salary
This course
£26,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 27% above UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-06-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
65%Working
10%Studying
10%Seeking Work
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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About De Montfort University
De Montfort University offers Optometry as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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