MSc Clinical Optometry in London United Kingdom | City St George's, University of London

City St George's, University of London | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 16,500
(c. USD22,046.81)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

This master's program for practicing optometrists integrates cutting-edge research with hands-on clinical training. Our highly regarded MSc program connects you with leading specialists and researchers in ocular therapeutics and eye disease management.
Under the mentorship of top practitioners using current research, you'll enhance both your clinical expertise and theoretical understanding. The curriculum emphasizes the growing responsibilities of optometrists in patient co-management. A foundational Research Methods and Applied Data Analysis module strengthens your analytical abilities, while elective courses let you focus on specific professional interests and contribute to specialized research.
The optometry profession continues to advance, with practitioners now handling more complex patient care, including treatment prescription and collaborative healthcare team participation.
Graduates of our Clinical Optometry MSc program will possess advanced research capabilities and academic knowledge to refine their professional practice. This qualification creates pathways for specialization, expanded practice opportunities, or potential academic careers combining teaching/research with clinical work.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

You should be a UK registered optometrist satisfying all legal requirements to be eligible to practice in the UK. You should also be registered with the General Optical Council. An Honours degree in Optometry or professional optometric qualification of home country will be required from overseas candidates - clinical experience and responsibilities must be current and similar to a UK optometrist. Non-UK optometrists will be expected to attend interview in person or via Skype to ensure practitioners have the relevant clinical skills to complete the programme. A minimum of a 2:1 honours undergraduate degree, or the equivalent from an international institution. International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) a score of 7.0 is required with no subtest scoring below 6.5. TOEFL 100 overall with 24 in Writing, 20 in Listening, 19 Reading and 20 Speaking.

Tuition GBP 16,500

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