Overview

This The Ophthalmology with Clinical Practice programme offered at the University College London (UCL) is delivered by ophthalmologists, researchers and nurses who are at the forefront of ophthalmic research clinical practice at the Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Hospital Trust – both institutions will be involved in the teaching.

By the end of your programme you should have acquired advanced knowledge about common eye disease and some specialities and be more confident in your clinical practice underpinned by a knowledge of the relevant current ophthalmic research.

You will also acquire skills in academic writing, problem based learning and group work, independent research and analytical skills.

Careers

Undertaking an MSc in Clinical Ophthalmic Practice is now considered a prerequisite for any specialist Ophthalmic nursing roles and can lead to opportunities to progress into advanced ophthalmic practice roles and Nurse consultant roles.

Employability

The Ophthalmology with Clinical Practice programme offered at the University College London is designed to help graduates acquire and apply knowledge and skills resulting from evidence-based research required for clinical practice.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anatomy and physiology

Research and statistics

Ophthalmic clinical case studies

Clinical care in practice work-based portfolio

Physical assessment of the ophthalmic patient

Adnexal and orbital disease

Glaucoma

Glaucoma level

Cornea, cataract, external diseases and refractive surgery

Medical retina, vitreoretinal, systemic disease, uveitis and ocular oncology

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-30 00:00:00

More details

We recommend you apply as soon as possible. The programme may remain open if places are still available and will be closed as soon as it is full or by 30 June.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

62

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Medicine Health Sciences Health Informatics View 1612 other Masters in Health Sciences in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

62

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of a second-class Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

Candidates will need to have a professional healthcare qualification (in nursing or an allied healthcare profession). Students are also required to have at least one year’s ophthalmic experience and to be currently working in the field of ophthalmology.

Tuition Fee

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International

16050 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16050 GBP per year during 24 months.
National

7050 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7050 GBP per year during 24 months.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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