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Optometry MOptom
Course Overview - Optometry MOptom
Aston School of Optometry was one of the first providers to start offering an updated optometry programme, in September 2023, to fit the new requirements of the General Optical Council. Our Master of Optometry (MOptom) is studied over four years, with clinical experience integrated throughout the programme from year one. In the final stage, all students complete a 44-week period of external Clinical Learning in Practice (CLiP) delivered in collaboration with the College of Optometrists.
Optometrists are professional clinicians responsible for multiple aspects of vision car...
Aston School of Optometry was one of the first providers to start offering an updated optometry programme, in September 2023, to fit the new requirements of the General Optical Council. Our Master of Optometry (MOptom) is studied over four years, with clinical experience integrated throughout the programme from year one. In the final stage, all students complete a 44-week period of external Clinical Learning in Practice (CLiP) delivered in collaboration with the College of Optometrists. <br/><br/>Optometrists are professional clinicians responsible for multiple aspects of vision care, specialising in preserving sight by diagnosing and treating visual problems. They are trained to examine the eyes and detect disorders originating in the eye, brain or other parts of the body. Studying Optometry at Aston will give you the practical skills, theoretical knowledge and clinical experience needed to prepare you for a rewarding career in this exciting field of healthcare.<br/>You’ll experience a wide range of learning methods and opportunities like:<br/><br/><br/>- Supervised hands-on clinical experience working with patients at the Aston Eye Clinic, based on our vibrant city centre campus.<br/><br/><br/>- Virtual reality training simulators to help you develop your skills and expertise.<br/><br/><br/>- Clinical experience in multiple external settings such as specialist clinics, local hospital eye departments and community practices. Patient-facing clinical experience begins in year 1 of the programme.<br/><br/><br/>- Interprofessional learning with students from a range of health professions. <br/><br/><br/>**Key course benefits:** <br/><br/><br/>- Ranked 10th in the UK for Health Professions (MOptom) (Guardian University Guide 2024). <br/><br/><br/>- 1st in the UK for Student/Staff Ratio in Health Professions (Optometry) (Guardian University Guide, 2024). <br/><br/><br/>- 2nd in the UK for Graduate Prospects – on track - in Optometry, Ophthalmics & Orthoptics (Complete University Guide, 2025).<br/><br/><br/>- Aston is ranked in Top 6 in the UK for Optometry (Complete University Guide 2025). <br/><br/><br/>- 94.2% of students felt positive about teaching on their course (NSS 2024) <br/><br/><br/>**Please note we do not offer a Foundation Programme, if you select Year 0 on your application form this will be amended to Year 1 at the admissions review stage.**
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
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Course Code
B512
Institution Code
A80
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaNot Accepted International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 32 points overall, three Higher Level subjects at 6 6 6, must include 2 science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in English Language and grade 6 in Maths. OR 32 points overall, three Higher Level subjects at 6 5 5 must include 2 science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in English Language and grade 6 in Maths for contextual offer students.* Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD With this BTEC you must achieve grades BB in two A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. If you are taking the BTEC in Applied Science subject, you must also achieve grade B in one A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H1,H1,H1,H2,H2 Pass the Irish Leaving Certificate with 5 subjects at Higher Level. Must achieve H1, H1, H1, H2, H2 and includes 2 core science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics at grade H1 GCSE/National 4/National 5Five GCSEs required as follows: B/5 Mathematics C/4 English Language plus three GCSEs at grade C/4. Please note we do not accept Key Skills or Functional Skills in place of these. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD With this BTEC you must achieve grades BB in two A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. If you are taking the BTEC in Applied Science subject, you must also achieve grade B in one A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Scottish Advanced HigherWelsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)This will accepted in place of one A Level but not in place of the subject specifics stated. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D With this BTEC you must achieve grades BB in two A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D With this BTEC you must achieve grades BB in two A Level science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. A levelA,A,A A,B,B AAA in three A Levels including two science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics AAB in three A Levels including two science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics plus grade A in either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). ABB in three A Levels including two science subjects from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics, for Contextual Offer students* (https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready) T LevelD Healthcare Science grade Distinction and must achieve grade A in the Optical Care Services component. |
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
| International | £20,700 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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