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Orthoptics - BMedSci (Hons)

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Medical Sciences (with Honours) - BMedSci H

  • Location

    Sheffield Main

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

This course will prepare you for an interesting and fulfilling career in orthoptics, specialising in the diagnosis and management of a range of eye conditions. It’s approved by the Health and Care Professions Council.Orthoptists specialise in diagnosing, managing and treating eye movement disorders and visual impairments. They work alongside optometrists, ophthalmologists, and other clinicians and allied health professionals to provide the very best care to patients of all ages.A degree in orthoptics from the University of Sheffield can take you in lots of directions in healthcare – from an NHS hospital or community eye clinic to a rehabilitation centre for patients with neurological conditions.Hands-on clinical experienceWe know how important hands-on experience is, which is why our course includes 32 weeks of clinical placement. You’ll work in orthoptic departments across the UK and Ireland, learning from the experts and spending vital time with patients with a range of eye disorders. Most often, you’ll be helping to treat children, the elderly and those with disabilities. The final year includes a two-week clinical placement in an orthoptic clinic of your choice.Your career prospects as an orthoptist are excellent as it’s a field with plenty of opportunities to specialise or progress. Most of our graduates secure a position in the NHS soon after graduation. You might choose to work in an orthoptic clinic in a hospital, health centre or school for children with special needs. An Orthoptics degree from the University of Sheffield is recognised worldwide – graduates have worked in New Zealand, Australia, USA, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, Malta, Cypress, Denmark and Gibraltar.

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£ 30,570per year

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University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    16th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Optometry, Ophthalmics & Orthoptics

    9th out of 14 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 199
    142 71%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    14th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    12th

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