Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year - MOptom

University of Plymouth

Want an exciting career in eyecare? At Plymouth, you'll study a forward-thinking, clinically focused degree that will equip you with core skills, confidence, and industry experience – preparing you for success as a registered optometrist.**Immersive learning, first-hand**At Plymouth, our innovative learning spaces – like the Centre for Eyecare Excellence (CEE) – are designed to help you apply your learning in practice and work with real patients.**Hands-on, real-world experience**You'll be gaining valuable experience on placements in a range of optometry settings, with regional practice placements during Years 1, 2 and 4 and a hospital placement in Year 3.**Graduate ready to enter the workforce**Graduate with the scientific and clinical knowledge, as well as the professional training, required by the General Optical Council (GOC) to practise as an optometrist.**This course is for you if...**- you want to become part of a pioneering clinical degree programme – the first to bring optometry to the South West- you want to develop your clinical and communication skills while working with real patients- you want to make a difference to society through healthcare- you want to boost your employability by learning through problem-solving and collaboration.

School of Health Professions