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 Ey...
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/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
B519
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Foundation
UCAS Tariff80 96 Access to HE DiplomaPass an Access to HE Diploma (e.g science/combined studies/natural sciences/nursing) with at least 33 Level 3 credits at Merit or Distinction. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme25 to include Grade 3 at Higher level in a science subject. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMP in a Science subject Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)80-96 UCAS Tariff points including Higher Level 4 in a Science subject Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)MMP in a Science subject OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaMMP in a Science subject Extended Projectaccepted in combination with other qualifications A level80-96 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels, including Grade C in a Science subject. Within the foundation, we aim to build a picture of the circumstances that may have adversely affected an applicant’s education and academic potential. When assessing an application, we will consider a range of educational, social, family, and individual characteristics and experiences. Applications for this course will therefore only be considered if contextual entry requirements are met alongside the required academic criteria. The contextual factors will be noted from your submitted UCAS application, so it is key that these areas are completed on your application. Applicants for this course must not meet the A level and GCSE grade requirements for the three year MOptom (Hons) Optometry course. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)accepted in combination with other qualifications |
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