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Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Opticianry | Optometry | Ophthalmic Technology
Area of study
Health
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview


This full-time program in Ophthalmic Dispensing provides a comprehensive education in eye anatomy, physiology, optics, and dispensing techniques. Students gain hands-on experience through supervised clinical practice and are eligible for CORU accreditation in Ireland. Graduates have excellent career prospects as Dispensing Opticians, with job opportunities in private practice, manufacturing, and other fields related to eye care.

Program Outline


Outline:

  • Year One
  • Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye
  • Cell Biology
  • Geometrical Optics
  • Mathematics for Optical Professions
  • Physics for Health Science
  • Quantitative Methods for Dispensing
  • Vision Science 1
  • Year Two
  • Human Body and Disease
  • Quantitative Methods for Dispensing
  • Ophthalmic Optics and Dispensing
  • Vision Science 1
  • Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye
  • Physical Optics
  • Physics for Health Science
  • Year Three
  • Optical Dispensing 1
  • Vision Science 2
  • Contact Lenses and Anterior Eye Disorders
  • Introductory Vision Rehabilitaion
  • Case Analysis & Preparation for Placement
  • Professional Studies and Intercultural Health Communication for Eye Care Professionals
  • Optical Practice Management
  • Year Three (continued)
  • Optical Dispensing 2
  • Physiology of Vision 1
  • Vision Science 2
  • Professional Development
  • Case Analysis & Preparation for Placement
  • Professional Studies and Intercultural Health Communication for Eye Care Professionals
  • Year Four
  • Ophthalmic Dispensing Practice Placement
  • Optical Dispensing Case Studies
  • Year Four (continued)
  • Ophthalmic Dispensing Practice Placement
  • Optical Dispensing Case Studies

Careers:

  • Dispensing Optician
  • Graduate Job Titles:
  • Dispensing opticians are in high demand so job prospects are excellent.
  • Most dispensing opticians work in private practice, often in a management capacity.
  • Dispensing opticians often set up their own practices or enter joint ventures with large multiples.
  • At present in Ireland, dispensing opticians are also employed with spectacle lens manufacturers, frame manufacturers, glazing houses, hospital eye departments, practice management software providers and as college lecturers.

Other:

  • All Optometry and Ophthalmic Dispensing undergraduates are required to insert drops, contact lenses and probes (with ocular anaesthetic) into fellow students’ eyes and allow fellow students to insert the same into their eyes during the course of their course.
  • All procedures will be carried out in a safe, clean, clinical environment under the supervision of an optometry faculty member.
  • Contact hours: This is a fulltime course.
  • Students should expect to be on campus up to 5 days per week. The average number of contact hours per week is approximately 24.
  • Professional Accreditation: The profession of ophthalmic dispensing is regulated in Ireland under CORU (the Health and Social Care Professional’s Council).
  • This course is approved by CORU.
  • Irish Dispensing Opticians practice at category 1 on the World Council of Optometry Global Competency-based Model of Scope of Practice.
  • They can work in the UK and Australia. To work in the USA or Canada, you may be required to undertake a national certification test and/or an adaption period of state-registered apprenticeship.
  • Work Placement: You will spend all of third year on placement.
  • Starting salaries for newly qualified dispensing opticians (as at January 2020) are as high as €35k per annum in the Republic of Ireland.
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Technological University Dublin: A Summary


Overview:

Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) is a public university located in Dublin, Ireland. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. TU Dublin is known for its strong focus on practical learning and its commitment to providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen careers.


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Student Life and Campus Experience:

TU Dublin boasts a vibrant campus life with a diverse student body. Students can enjoy a range of activities and societies, including sports clubs, music groups, and drama societies. The university also offers a variety of support services, such as career counseling, academic advising, and student health services.


Key Reasons to Study There:

    Practical Learning:

    TU Dublin emphasizes practical learning, providing students with hands-on experience and industry connections.

    Diverse Programs:

    The university offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines, catering to diverse interests and career aspirations.

    Vibrant Campus Life:

    Students can enjoy a lively campus environment with numerous clubs, societies, and events.

    Strong Industry Links:

    TU Dublin has strong connections with industry, providing students with opportunities for internships, placements, and career development.

Academic Programs:

TU Dublin offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including:

    Undergraduate:

    Arts, Business, Engineering, Science, Health Sciences, and more.

    Postgraduate:

    Master's degrees, PhD programs, and professional development courses.

Other:

TU Dublin has five locations in Dublin, including Grangegorman, Blanchardstown, Tallaght, City Centre, and Rathmines. The university is committed to sustainability and has over 400 sustainable businesses.

Total programs
324
Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:


Leaving Certificate Requirements

  • Minimum Number of Subjects: 5
  • Minimum Grade in Maths/Applied Maths: O3/H7
  • Minimum Grade in English OR Irish: O5/H7
  • At least O4/H7 in one of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Physics & Chemistry, Biology, Agricultural Science, Home Economics, Applied Mathematics, Home Economics (General), Home Economics (Social Sciences) or Engineering.

QQI/FET Requirements

  • QQI/FET Award Required:
  • Level 5: 1 OF THE FOLLOWING AWARDS:
  • CASLT / 5M3807 Laboratory Techniques
  • CASFX / 5M5267 Food Science
  • Level 6: Full level 6 award in a relevant discipline
  • TU Dublin students of this course must undergo Garda Vetting.
  • They must complete the required documentation, including a full list of all previous addresses, in order for clearance checks to be made.
  • Additionally, as this course involves interaction with patients in the provision of healthcare/eyecare, students should have the capacity to perform key skills and tasks so as to be able to succeed in this course and practice in the profession.

Mature Applicants

Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6 overall (or equivalent) with nothing less than 6 in each component.

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