Need-based
The Sadler Bursary
University of Manchester · Undergraduate
£10,000scholarship value
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
- Open to your course
4 yearsDuration
£27,000Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Avg. Graduate Salary
91%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the MSci Optometry at University of Manchester. Based in Manchester, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. The Manchester MSci Optometry course will enable you to gain the knowledge and skills required to register as a UK optometrist. The course uses mixed learning methods, but the key Manchester approach is the study of themed patient cases in an active learning environment that will allow you to integrate scientific understanding, clinical skills and professional skills throughout the course. Facilitated group activities will emphasise enquiry, discussion, self-education, and the development of critical faculties and communication skills, all essential skills for healthcare professionals. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Geometric and Physical Optics
Visual Neuroscience and Ocular Physiology
Clinical Refraction and Lens Prescription
Pathology of the Eye and Visual System
Pharmacology and Ocular Therapeutics
Contact Lens Practice and Management
Low Vision and Rehabilitation Optometry
Professional Practice and Healthcare Ethics
UCAS Code:B511
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA - AAB AAA - AAB, including two science subjects (Biology, Maths, Physics or Chemistry) normally to be taken in one sitting. Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive. Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, these won’t be included in your offer. We will only make offers consisting of three A Levels. Typical Contextual Offer: AAB- ABB including two science subjects (Biology, Maths, Physics or Chemistry) normally to be taken in one sitting. Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive. Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, these won’t be included in your offer. We will only make offers consisting of three A Levels. |
| International Baccalaureate | 35 points 35 points overall. 6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects, including two sciences (from Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics or Physics). For this course we will accept Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation. Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£27,000
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£108,000
Home Student Fee
£30,000
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 — University of Manchester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £23,000 | £37,000 |
| 3 years | £29,500 | £36,000 | £41,000 |
| 5 years | £25,000 | £40,500 | £47,500 |
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▲ 50% above UK average salary
This course
£36,000
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 69% above UK average salary
This course
£40,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 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
71%Working
4%Studying
12%Work & Study
4%Seeking Work
77%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-06 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.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
86%
Overall
Teaching on my course
91%Learning opportunities
86%Assessment and feedback
77%Academic support
95%Organisation and management
85%Learning resources
84%Student voice
84%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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