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Optometry MOptom
Course Overview - Optometry MOptom
Do you want to pursue an exciting career as an eye-care professional? Here at Plymouth you will benefit from a forward-thinking clinically focused degree. Our course allows you to engage in the industry while equipping you with the core clinical skills, professional training and confidence required for a successful career as a registered optometrist.
- Become part of a pioneering clinical degree programme – the first to bring optometry to the South West.
- Develop your clinical and communication skills while working with real patients at our Centre for E...
Do you want to pursue an exciting career as an eye-care professional? Here at Plymouth you will benefit from a forward-thinking clinically focused degree. Our course allows you to engage in the industry while equipping you with the core clinical skills, professional training and confidence required for a successful career as a registered optometrist. <br/><br/><br/>- Become part of a pioneering clinical degree programme – the first to bring optometry to the South West.<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your clinical and communication skills while working with real patients at our Centre for Eyecare Excellence (CEE) optometry practice throughout your third year.<br/><br/><br/>- See your studies in a real-world context, with regional practice placements during Years 1, 2 and 4 and a hospital placement in Year 3.<br/><br/><br/>- Explore the theory side of the course at InterCity Place, with brand new clinical facilities, equipment and learning spaces.<br/><br/><br/>- Join a close-knit team of staff and students and benefit from an open, supportive environment.<br/><br/><br/>- Boost your employability through learning in a way that’s based on solving problems, working together and communicating well with others.<br/><br/><br/>- Graduate with the scientific and clinical knowledge, as well as the professional training, required by the General Optical Council (GOC) to practise as an optometrist.<br/><br/><br/>- To complement your formal learning we offer regular PALS sessions that provide the opportunity for you to learn with and from your peers. Share knowledge, discuss ideas, and ask questions in a relaxed and friendly environment.<br/><br/><br/>The MOptom (Hons) Optometry programme is being adapted as part of the GOC Education and Training Requirements.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
29 January
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Course Code
B511
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff128 136 Typical offer is : ABB including 2 of the following subjects: Mathematics, Use of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science, Psychology. Scottish HigherAchieve 128 points including Advanced Highers grade B in two of the following subjects: Mathematics, Use of Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology, Applied Science, Psychology Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15,P:0 Pass a named Access to HE Diploma with 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction, which must come from at least 2 of the following subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology. The remaining 15 Level 3 credits must be at Merit. At least 9 credits must come from either Maths or Physics specialisms. Please note: Applications are considered on an individual basis with preference given to those applicants with a strong GCSE profile and those with at least 12 months experience working in optical practice. Preference is also given to those applicants for which it is at least two years since the completion of any previous Level 3 qualification. If you have any queries please contact the Admissions team. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 34 Typical offer is 32 points Including 3 subjects at Higher Level, with Grade 6 at Higher Level in 2 of the following subjects: Mathematics, Use of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science, Psychology. English, Maths, and Science accepted within as GCSE equivalent. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D*D From a Science profile. It must include at least 2 of the following subjects: Mathematics, Use of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science, Psychology. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 Including 2 of the following subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science, Psychology English, Maths, and Science accepted within as GCSE equivalent. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D* Must be in a Science subject, and only considered in combination with a Science or Mathematics A Level at Grade A. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Scottish Advanced HigherAchieve 128 points including Advanced Highers grade B in two of the following subjects: Mathematics, Use of Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Human Biology, Applied Science, Psychology Extended ProjectPoints will be considered at Confirmation. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Only considered in combination with A Levels. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Points will be considered at Confirmation. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Considered in combination with 2 relevant A Levels. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. A levelA,B,B A,A,B Typical offer is : ABB including 2 of the following subjects: Mathematics, Use of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science, Psychology. T LevelAccepted – preference pathways would be Health and Science. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)Points will be considered at Confirmation. |
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