BSc Ophthalmic Dispensing Management in Glasgow United Kingdom | Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University | Glasgow United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 14,500
(c. USD19,443.05)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Dispensing opticians are specialized eye care practitioners responsible for fitting glasses and overseeing optical businesses. These professionals can further specialize in contact lens fitting and providing specialized optical devices. GCU stands as Scotland's sole university providing a comprehensive Ophthalmic Dispensing Management degree program at its on-campus GCU Vision Centre. This state-of-the-art dispensing clinic creates the perfect setting for hands-on training in commercial optical practice. The BSc in Ophthalmic Dispensing Management at GCU delivers outstanding professional education, connecting students with work placements and potential employers across the UK, along with some international partnership opportunities. This program holds accreditation from the General Optical Council.

A career in ophthalmic dispensing management presents exciting opportunities with strong job prospects in private optometry clinics or major optical corporations. Graduates also have the option to establish their own dispensing practices or pursue roles within the broader optical industry.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Scottish Higher: BBC including one Science plus Nat 5 B in
English and Maths
Minimum entry requirement: CCC including one Science plus
Nat 5 B in Maths and English
A level: CC including one Science plus GCSE B/6 in English
and C/4 in Maths
ILC Higher: H3 H3 H3 including science plus O2 in Maths
IB Diploma: 24 points including one HL Science plus SLin
Maths and English
BTEC: MMP Ext Dip (Science/Applied Science) plus GCSE B/6
in English and C/4 in Maths and CC/44 Double Science

SWAP: Access to Science and Technology/Ophthalmic - BBB
including 65% in Physics module
College HNC: Science-based HNCs - graded unit B.
English language: IELTS of overall 7.0 with 7.0 in Speaking and 6.5 in all other elements (or equivalent)

Tuition GBP 14,500

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