Dispensing Optician Registerable Award - BSc (Hons)

Program Overview

This three-year program prepares students to become Registered Dispensing Opticians, offering courses in geometrical optics, ophthalmic lenses, refractive management, and low vision assessment. Through a blend of face-to-face and online teaching, students develop professional skills in a collaborative environment, utilizing industry-standard equipment and expert staff. The program is accredited by the General Optical Council and provides opportunities for residential placements and global partnerships.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Year 1
• Introduction to Geometrical Optics and Ophthalmic Lenses
• Refractive Management part 1
• Ophthalmic Practice 1
• Human and Ocular Anatomy
• Year 2
• Ophthalmic Lenses 2
• Refractive Management part 2
• Ruskin Module: How can Professionalism Promote Patient Safety?
• Ophthalmic Practice 2
• Low Vision Assessment and Management
• Ocular Pathology
• Year 3
• Ophthalmic Lenses 3
• Contact Lenses
• Principles of Practice Management
• Ophthalmic Practice 3
• Professional Registration
• Online learning systems
• Expert staff
• Specialist facilities
• Collaborative learning environment

Careers:

• Registered Dispensing Optician
• Optometry
• Further study (MOptom Optometry degree)

Other:

• Accredited by the General Optical Council (GOC)
• Blended learning format
• Residential placements in Cambridge
• Global partners as guest lecturers
• Industry-standard equipment
• Dedicated dispensing laboratory
• University Eye Clinic