Optometry / Ophthalmic Science MSc

Aston University · Birmingham, United Kingdom

MSCEnglish90 ECTS5 yearsDistanceFull-time

The Optometry / Ophthalmic Science MSc programme at Aston University (Faculty of Postgraduate Studies) is a MSC programme delivered in English over 5 years (10 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This programme provides specialised training in visual health care, covering ocular examination techniques, refractive error correction, contact lens fitting, and detection of ocular pathology. Students develop clinical competencies in visual assessment, low-vision rehabilitation, and paediatric eye care. Graduates work in optometry clinics, hospitals, and eye care centres.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £12,870/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £18,500/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-06-30
Duration: 5 years
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: Distance
Starts: October 2026
Intake: October 2026

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

Programme overview

DegreeMSC
Duration5 years
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatDistance
PaceFull-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultyFaculty of Postgraduate Studies

Official university

Aston University

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 5 years of study.

	Tuition	Living	Total
EU/EEA	£64,350	—	needs the fee
Non-EU	£92,500	—	needs the fee

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