48 monthsProgramme duration
17,300 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Medicine Related Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
At DMU, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality programmes with an excellent student experience at the heart of what we offer. As with all new programmes, this course is currently progressing through the university’s validation process, alongside the General Optical Council’s (GOC) staged approval process, which is the standard procedure for a new MOptom degree in the UK*. Once full GOC approval is granted, graduates will be able to register as optometrists and practise in the UK.
Key features
Key features
- Top 5 for Health Professions: Our Optometry course is taught in the Leicester School of Allied Health Science home to our Health Professions courses which are ranked 4th best in the UK by The Guardian University Guide 2026.
- Integrated Master’s: Combines undergraduate and postgraduate level study in a four-year degree.
- Extensive clinical training: Includes a 44-week Clinical Learning in Practice (CLiP) paid placement delivered in partnership with the College of Optometrists.
- Strong professional links: Developed with input from the College of Optometrists and sector experts, ensuring you are taught the latest developments and techniques relevant to your future career.
- Excellent career prospects: Graduates can enter NHS, high street, and independent practice, or progress into specialist areas and research.
- Free registration with the GOC: we’ll cover the cost of your registration fee with the GOC for all four years of your studies, saving you the upfront cost.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Medicine Related Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
At DMU, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality programmes with an excellent student experience at the heart of what we offer. As with all new programmes, this course is currently progressing through the university’s validation process, alongside the General Optical Council’s (GOC) staged approval process, which is the standard procedure for a new MOptom degree in the UK*. Once full GOC approval is granted, graduates will be able to register as optometrists and practise in the UK.
Key features
Key features
- Top 5 for Health Professions: Our Optometry course is taught in the Leicester School of Allied Health Science home to our Health Professions courses which are ranked 4th best in the UK by The Guardian University Guide 2026.
- Integrated Master’s: Combines undergraduate and postgraduate level study in a four-year degree.
- Extensive clinical training: Includes a 44-week Clinical Learning in Practice (CLiP) paid placement delivered in partnership with the College of Optometrists.
- Strong professional links: Developed with input from the College of Optometrists and sector experts, ensuring you are taught the latest developments and techniques relevant to your future career.
- Excellent career prospects: Graduates can enter NHS, high street, and independent practice, or progress into specialist areas and research.
- Free registration with the GOC: we’ll cover the cost of your registration fee with the GOC for all four years of your studies, saving you the upfront cost.
Admission Requirements
28+
128+
7+
4 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,535 GBP
International
17,300 GBP
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