Masters Degrees in Optometry, United Kingdom

We have 22 Masters Degrees in Optometry, United Kingdom

Masters Degrees in Optometry, United Kingdom

A Masters degree in Optometry teaches you how to care for eyes. In the UK, these courses help you learn about keeping eyes healthy and giving eye exams. You usually need to have studied optometry or something similar before applying.

Why study a Masters in Optometry?

Studying a Masters in optometry in the UK helps you learn more about eye health. You will learn how to check vision and find problems that affect people's sight.

The courses show you how to use special tools for eye tests and new ways to treat eye issues. You'll get hands-on practice by working with real patients.

Many courses offer placements at eye clinics, giving you experience working with professionals.

With this degree, jobs can include being an optometrist who tests vision or doing research on new treatments for eyes.

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University of Glasgow

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Arts University Plymouth

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Masters courses

Clinical Optometry - MSc

Cardiff University |
Cardiff School of Optometry and Vision Sciences

This level 7 programme clinical optometry MSc has been designed to meet the continuing education and training needs of the modern eye care… View course

Online On campus Part time Full time

MOptom Optometry

University of Lancashire |
School of Medicine and Dentistry

Are you working within the optical industry and want to gain a qualification in Optometry? Our three-year Master’s in Optometry is an ideal option. View course

Online On campus Full time

Clinical Optometry MSc

City St George’s, University of London |
School of Health and Psychological Sciences

Combine the latest research and theoretical knowledge with practical learning and clinical skills on this master’s programme for practising optometrists. View course

On campus Part time Full time

Optometry and Ophthalmology CPD units

The University of Manchester |
Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

If you are interested in studying optometry at postgraduate level to further your professional practice and prospects… View course

On campus Part time

Optometry - Masters by Research

University of Hertfordshire |
School of Health and Social Work

Ranked 1st in the East of England for postgraduate study, WhatUni Student Choice Awards, 2024 A University of Hertfordshire research degree signifies high levels of achievement in research. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

MPhil - Optometry and Vision Sciences

Anglia Ruskin University ARU |
Faculty of Science and Engineering

Study your research degree with a well-funded, internationally published academic team that’s making exciting discoveries. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Optometry and Vision Sciences (MSc by Research)

University of Huddersfield |
School of Applied Sciences

This course is also available in April. View course

On campus Part time Full time Scholarships available

Independent Prescribing for Optometrists (PG Certificate)

Cardiff University |
Cardiff School of Optometry and Vision Sciences

Our innovative, clinically focussed 1 year programme prepares optometrists to practise as independent prescribers and to meet the standards set by the… View course

Part time

Independent Prescribing for Optometrists - PgD

Glasgow Caledonian University |
School of Health and Life Sciences

This is a post-registration qualification open to General Optical Council (GOC) registered optometrists in the UK. View course

On campus Part time

MSc Advanced Clinical Optometric Practice

The University of Manchester |
Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

This MSc aims to extend the clinical, problem-solving, and collaborative working skills of UK registered optometrists. View course

On campus Part time Full time

MMedSci Vision and Strabismus

University of Sheffield |
School of Allied Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery

Become a specialist in treating patients with disorders of vision and ocular motility. View course

Online Part time Scholarships available

MMedSci Ophthalmology Advanced Clinical Practice (Paediatrics)

University of Sheffield |
School of Allied Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery

Expand your role in providing eye care for children and young people. View course

Online Part time Scholarships available

MSc - Advanced Clinical Practice in Ophthalmology

University of Plymouth |
Faculty of Health

Are you a registered ophthalmic professional who is looking to develop your career to an advanced level of practice in Clinical Ophthalmology? If so… View course

On campus Part time

Public Health (MPH)

Queen’s University Belfast |
School of Medicine, Dentistry & Biomedical Sciences

A MPH Public Health is an internationally recognised qualification opening up many employment opportunities throughout the world. View course

On campus Full time

Biomedical and Clinical Research (MSc)

Queen’s University Belfast |
School of Medicine, Dentistry & Biomedical Sciences

The MSc in Biomedical and Clinical Research is a research-intensive programme designed for students seeking to excel in academic research… View course

On campus Full time

Masters Degrees in Optometry, United Kingdom

We have 22 Masters Degrees in Optometry, United Kingdom