Orthoptics

Orthoptists work in the care and management of young patients with poor development of vision. They also work with a variety of adult patients with conditions that may include stroke, diabetes, traumatic brain injury as well as low vision, and glaucoma.

Orthoptists are usually based in hospitals, where they work in multi-disciplinary teams alongside a range of health professionals.

Glasgow Caledonian University offers the only degree course in Orthoptics in Scotland. You will be based in the department of Vision Sciences, where you'll have access to excellent clinical facilities and the unique opportunity to study alongside trainees in other eye care specialties.

You will have the opportunity to undertake clinical placements in hospital eye departments from Year 1. These placements take you across the UK to experience the full range of Orthoptic practice.

Your career

Studying Orthoptics is interesting and challenging and employment opportunities are excellent. The qualification is recognised worldwide.

The course has been approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). When you graduate, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC and for membership of the British and Irish Orthoptic Society and the International and European Orthoptic Organisations.