Doctor of Optometry/Doctor of Ophthalmic Science Program By Aston University |Top Universities

Doctor of Optometry/Doctor of Ophthalmic Science

Program Duration

72 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

113,400 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Medicine Related StudiesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

Online

This programme is the first UK professional doctorate in Optometry, available part time via distance learning at Aston University. Students will obtain a professional doctorate that will enable them to enhance their knowledge and critical awareness of current issues, to be at the forefront of their academic discipline through taught and research elements. Places on the course are limited therefore the application process is competitive. Decisions on applications are given following the closing date for applications. Candidates may only progress to the ophthalmic doctorate if they achieve 60% in the taught element of the programme and at least 60% in their dissertation that is submitted following completion of the taught element.

Program overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

Online

This programme is the first UK professional doctorate in Optometry, available part time via distance learning at Aston University. Students will obtain a professional doctorate that will enable them to enhance their knowledge and critical awareness of current issues, to be at the forefront of their academic discipline through taught and research elements. Places on the course are limited therefore the application process is competitive. Decisions on applications are given following the closing date for applications. Candidates may only progress to the ophthalmic doctorate if they achieve 60% in the taught element of the programme and at least 60% in their dissertation that is submitted following completion of the taught element.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

93+
6.5+
2.7+
63+
6 Years
Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

113,400 GBP
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International Students

113,400 GBP
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