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Orthoptics is a rewarding profession focused on diagnosing and managing eye movement and vision problems in people of all ages. As an orthoptist, you’ll work with patients to improve their visual function, often as part of a wider clinical team in hospital eye departments.
Our BSc Orthoptics course is the only orthoptics degree in Scotland, and the only course in the UK to be jointly taught with Optometry.
This course is ideal if you are interested in healthcare and enjoy problem-solving and working with people. Whether you're coming straight from school or returning to study later in life, you'll find a supportive learning environment and a clear path to a meaningful career.
From Year 1, you'll gain hands-on experience through clinical placements in NHS departments across Scotland and the UK. These placements grow in scope as you progress, helping you build confidence and practical skills.
We’re delighted to announce that accommodation and travel costs for home (Scottish) students are now completely funded by Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). This applies to any placement located in the UK and Ireland.
If you're curious about how vision works, passionate about helping others, and looking for a career with excellent job prospects, Orthoptics is the perfect degree.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Anatomy and Physiology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Orthoptics is a rewarding profession focused on diagnosing and managing eye movement and vision problems in people of all ages. As an orthoptist, you’ll work with patients to improve their visual function, often as part of a wider clinical team in hospital eye departments.
Our BSc Orthoptics course is the only orthoptics degree in Scotland, and the only course in the UK to be jointly taught with Optometry.
This course is ideal if you are interested in healthcare and enjoy problem-solving and working with people. Whether you're coming straight from school or returning to study later in life, you'll find a supportive learning environment and a clear path to a meaningful career.
From Year 1, you'll gain hands-on experience through clinical placements in NHS departments across Scotland and the UK. These placements grow in scope as you progress, helping you build confidence and practical skills.
We’re delighted to announce that accommodation and travel costs for home (Scottish) students are now completely funded by Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). This applies to any placement located in the UK and Ireland.
If you're curious about how vision works, passionate about helping others, and looking for a career with excellent job prospects, Orthoptics is the perfect degree.
Admission Requirements
169+
102+
7+
Relevant experience (Recognition of Prior Learning)
GCU's flexible entry policies exist to allow relevant work experience and prior learning to be considered towards standard entry or advanced entry into a course. If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications, but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognised professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) scheme.
Minimum entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements are for widening access students only. If you are from a group that is not currently well-represented in higher education you may qualify as a widening access student. This includes living in a target postcode area, attending a target school or college, attending SWAP, are care-experienced or provide care for someone else, have refugee status or are an asylum seeker.
4 Years
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
1,820 GBP
International
15,700 GBP
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BSc (Hons) Orthoptics
Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, United Kingdom
48 monthsProgramme duration
15,700 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Anatomy and Physiology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BSc Orthoptics course is the only orthoptics degree in Scotland, and the only course in the UK to be jointly taught with Optometry.
This course is ideal if you are interested in healthcare and enjoy problem-solving and working with people. Whether you're coming straight from school or returning to study later in life, you'll find a supportive learning environment and a clear path to a meaningful career.
From Year 1, you'll gain hands-on experience through clinical placements in NHS departments across Scotland and the UK. These placements grow in scope as you progress, helping you build confidence and practical skills.
We’re delighted to announce that accommodation and travel costs for home (Scottish) students are now completely funded by Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). This applies to any placement located in the UK and Ireland.
If you're curious about how vision works, passionate about helping others, and looking for a career with excellent job prospects, Orthoptics is the perfect degree.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Anatomy and Physiology
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BSc Orthoptics course is the only orthoptics degree in Scotland, and the only course in the UK to be jointly taught with Optometry.
This course is ideal if you are interested in healthcare and enjoy problem-solving and working with people. Whether you're coming straight from school or returning to study later in life, you'll find a supportive learning environment and a clear path to a meaningful career.
From Year 1, you'll gain hands-on experience through clinical placements in NHS departments across Scotland and the UK. These placements grow in scope as you progress, helping you build confidence and practical skills.
We’re delighted to announce that accommodation and travel costs for home (Scottish) students are now completely funded by Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). This applies to any placement located in the UK and Ireland.
If you're curious about how vision works, passionate about helping others, and looking for a career with excellent job prospects, Orthoptics is the perfect degree.
Admission Requirements
GCU's flexible entry policies exist to allow relevant work experience and prior learning to be considered towards standard entry or advanced entry into a course.
If you do not have the typical academic entry qualifications, but can demonstrate relevant work experience and/or credits from recognised professional bodies, you may be eligible to enter this course via the University's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) scheme.
Minimum entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements are for widening access students only. If you are from a group that is not currently well-represented in higher education you may qualify as a widening access student. This includes living in a target postcode area, attending a target school or college, attending SWAP, are care-experienced or provide care for someone else, have refugee status or are an asylum seeker.
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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