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Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at University of Manchester - UCAS

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Course summary

Our MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences course brings together the research expertise in vision from The University of Manchester and the clinical expertise of Manchester Royal Eye Hospital . The course is aimed at optometrists, ophthalmologists, orthoptists and nurses from the UK and overseas. It is suitable for:

  • individuals who are considering undertaking a research degree in the vision sciences;
  • those interested in professional development;
  • those interested in conducting research as part of their clinical training;
  • ophthalmologists wishing to expand and extend their training into specialist areas;
  • optometrists considering a career in the hospital eye service.
This course will provide you with a firm grounding in the knowledge needed to pursue a higher degree and to conduct high quality research in ophthalmology, optometry or vision sciences. It also gives an opportunity for vision-related professionals to advance their knowledge of the scientific foundations of ophthalmology and vision sciences. PhD with integrated master's If you're planning to undertake a PhD after your master's, our Integrated PhD programme will enable you to combine your postgraduate taught course with a related PhD project in biology, medicine or health. Deadline date for applications: International Applicants – 1st August Home Applicants – 1st September


Entry requirements

We require an honours degree (minimum Upper Second) or overseas equivalent in: Medicine Optometry Orthoptics Clinical and biological sciences or other science subjects. Intercalating students This course is also available for intercalating medical students, both from the University of Manchester and other UK universities, upon completion of their third year. For St Andrews students studying at Manchester, this includes the three-year course plus the following one or two years spent in Manchester. Intercalating medical students need to have passed all assessments at first attempt (if you are in your third year) or have no fails in third year if you are in your fourth year.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7IELTS: 7.0 overall with minimum of 6.5 in all components
TOEFL (iBT)100TOEFL: 100 internet-based (with 25 in each sub-score)

International students must demonstrate English proficiency through a secure and approved testing system. We ask for English language proof from applicants from non-majority English speaking countries Specifically, we require a minimum of: IELTS: 7.0 overall with minimum of 6.5 in all components TOEFL: 100 internet-based (with 25 in each sub-score)


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at University of Manchester - UCAS