Cardiff,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Clinical Optometry in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff University
Cardiff University
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Cardiff United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
22,500
(c. USD30,021.75)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This program offers optometrists a chance to pursue a demanding yet fulfilling Master's degree in Clinical Optometry, centered on their professional growth as leaders shaping ophthalmic practice and care delivery models. Tailored for optometrists across primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare settings, the MSc Clinical Optometry enhances both foundational knowledge and specialized clinical and leadership competencies. Participants will engage directly with the progression of optometric practice. As a 180-credit Level 7 qualification, this MSc addresses the ongoing educational requirements of contemporary eye care specialists, delivering advanced expertise in this fast-evolving healthcare sector while enabling degree attainment. The curriculum features an intentionally broad selection of modules to accommodate growing demand for specialized optometric training in areas such as glaucoma, emergency eye care, pediatric optometry, ocular surface disease, retinal conditions, clinical education, and leadership. Dedicated study pathways are available for those seeking concentrated expertise in particular practice domains.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Typically, you will need to have either:
full GOC registration (UK students) - if you are registered with the GOC you will need to provide your GOC number in the Membership of Professional Bodies section of the application form and do not need to provide evidence of your previous qualifications or references (where it asks for this information please write not-applicable)
an Honours degree in Optometry or a professional optometric qualification.
Candidates who have studied at a postgraduate level in clinical optometry elsewhere (such as City or Aston Universities) can be considered for access to the programme at Cardiff University. This will be done via recognition of prior learning (RPL), and candidates must submit documentary evidence to support such an application e.g. through records of achievement documents, portfolios, and clinical records.
English language requirements:
IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or an accepted equivalent.
TOEFL (iBT) - At least 90 overall with minimum scores of 17 for writing, 17 for listening, 18 for reading, and 20 for speaking
International Baccalaureate Language A- HL 4 or SL 5
full GOC registration (UK students) - if you are registered with the GOC you will need to provide your GOC number in the Membership of Professional Bodies section of the application form and do not need to provide evidence of your previous qualifications or references (where it asks for this information please write not-applicable)
an Honours degree in Optometry or a professional optometric qualification.
Candidates who have studied at a postgraduate level in clinical optometry elsewhere (such as City or Aston Universities) can be considered for access to the programme at Cardiff University. This will be done via recognition of prior learning (RPL), and candidates must submit documentary evidence to support such an application e.g. through records of achievement documents, portfolios, and clinical records.
English language requirements:
IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or an accepted equivalent.
TOEFL (iBT) - At least 90 overall with minimum scores of 17 for writing, 17 for listening, 18 for reading, and 20 for speaking
International Baccalaureate Language A- HL 4 or SL 5
Tuition
GBP
22,500