Study Vision Science
Career-focused degrees
The only vision science teaching unit in Scotland, the department is unique in offering undergraduate degree programmes in Optometry and Orthoptics.
Courses enable students to gain hands-on clinical experiences in our state-of-the-art Vision Centre and are accredited by the General Optical Council and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
A great place to learn
Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Part Time |
2 Years | Sep 25 | Glasgow |
Take existing skills in eye care/optometry and apply them to postgraduate study. Progress to a career in senior roles in hospital optometry, teaching or PhD study.
Optometry
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 25 | Glasgow | B510 |
You can become a qualified optometrist being meticulous in your role and paying close attention to detail. Study how to detect sight problems, prescribe and fit glasses and contact lenses and detect and manage eye conditions at degree level.
Optometry with Independent Prescribing
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
5 years | Sep 25 | Glasgow | B515 |
Study an integrated master’s course and become a qualified optometrist, learning how to detect, diagnose and manage conditions of the eye and vision.
Orthoptics
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 25 | Glasgow | B520 |
If you are observant and want to help people see - particularly young children - study orthoptics at degree level. You can become a qualified Orthoptist and allied health professional diagnosing and managing a wide range of visual conditions.
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